Senior Buyer - Maternity Cover

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Snodland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated individual to manage operations and purchasing strategies. This role involves overseeing stock management, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and developing relationships with stakeholders to facilitate cost-saving strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a proven track record in purchasing. Join a dynamic team and contribute to continuous improvement in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with excellent purchasing and negotiating skills.
• Experience in SAP and MRP systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of direct reports and oversee stock management.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and train operatives.

Skills

Purchasing Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (Level 4 or above)

Tools

SAP

MRP Systems

Job description

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  Job Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals, and PDPs.
  • Assist in implementing category management strategies.
  • Support site-specific requirements and group purchasing instructions.
  • Manage re-order points for spare parts and liaise with Engineering to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Oversee consignment stocks and ensure monthly settlements.
  • Create material master data in SAP for spare parts and source non-stock engineering parts.
  • Record cost savings and ensure daily SAP physical inventory checks are completed, with 100% stock counted annually.
  • Monitor high-value stock discrepancies, investigate, and assist with high-value or priority purchases.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations and train operatives accordingly.
  • Develop relationships with stakeholders to facilitate cost-saving strategies.
  • Provide stores and departmental cover as needed, participate in training, and attend team meetings.
  • Support updates and improvements to operational procedures and participate in meetings/projects as required.

  Person Specification

  • Highly motivated, analytical, with excellent purchasing, negotiating, and communication skills.
  • Strong management skills to lead a small team and gain support across departments.
  • Experience with SAP and MRP systems.
  • Flexible work attitude and commitment to continuous learning.
  • Membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (Level 4 or above).
  • Extensive supervisory purchasing experience, preferably in manufacturing or heavy engineering.
  • Proven track record in cost reduction and negotiations.
  • Category management experience is preferred but not essential.
  • Skills in leadership, IT literacy, analytical thinking, and commercial awareness.

  Applicants are encouraged to review their CVs for clarity and completeness. Additional qualifications or experience can be highlighted in a cover letter.