Senior Buyer with SAP — Lead Purchasing & Cost Optimization

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business in Marden, Kent is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage purchasing requirements and mentor team members. Applicants must have CIPS qualification and must possess SAP experience. Responsibilities include supporting the purchasing team, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role offers a salary up to GBP40,000 per annum, permanent contract, and professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Salary up to GBP40,000 per annum DOE

Permanent role, 35 hours per week

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must have SAP experience.
• CIPS qualification with strong purchasing knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the purchasing team to meet project deadlines.
• Cover purchasing duties during the Supply Chain Manager's absence.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and capital expenditure advice.
• Oversee materials requirement planning and ensure accuracy.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain supplier relationships.
• Secure long-term cost agreements and review supply agreements.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Ability to prioritise workload

Problem-solving skills

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

A leading manufacturing business in Marden, Kent is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage purchasing requirements and mentor team members. Applicants must have CIPS qualification and must possess SAP experience. Responsibilities include supporting the purchasing team, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role offers a salary up to GBP40,000 per annum, permanent contract, and professional development opportunities within a supportive team environment.