Senior Buyer - Strategic Procurement & Savings

Ifor Williams Trailers Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Buyer to enhance their procurement strategies. The role involves direct and indirect procurement, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a strong operational background in manufacturing and a proven track record in procurement. The position promises a highly competitive salary and a chance to take initiative within the procurement function.

Qualifications

• Ability to deliver a procurement service which is cost effective, quality focused, timely and dependable.
• Proven experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Strict adherence to professional buying standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement processes and procedures.
• Negotiate and maintain supplier agreements.
• Conduct market research to inform purchasing strategies.
• Manage inventory levels without affecting production.

Skills

Procurement service delivery

Sourcing strategies

Operational procurement

Manufacturing experience

Professional buying standards

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Senior Buyer to enhance their procurement strategies. The role involves direct and indirect procurement, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a strong operational background in manufacturing and a proven track record in procurement. The position promises a highly competitive salary and a chance to take initiative within the procurement function.