Strategic Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Buyer to enhance its procurement team in Birmingham. This role is perfect for a procurement professional with expertise in Supply Chain and Transport, looking to make a significant impact. You will manage supplier relationships, develop procurement strategies, and lead negotiations to drive cost savings. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position offers career development opportunities in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Pension scheme with company contributions

Career development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement, specifically in Supply Chain and Logistics.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and procurement activities.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies for cost savings.
• Lead negotiations and contract management.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics

CIPS qualification (or working towards)

Tools

ERP Systems

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Strategic Buyer (Manufacturing & Supply Chain)

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £47,000 per annum

About the Role

Are you an experienced Strategic Buyer with a strong background in supply chain, transport, and logistics? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where stakeholder management and procurement excellence are key? Pertemps, on behalf of our client, is seeking a highly motivated Strategic Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with experience in Transport and Capital Expenditure (Capex) categories, looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and procurement activities within the Transport and Capex categories.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to drive cost savings and operational efficiencies.
• Lead negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance reviews.
• Support the development of procurement policies and procedures in line with corporate objectives.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering teams to assess project requirements and contribute to cost-effective solutions.
• Coordinate tenders, RFQs, and supplier selection processes.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to ensure a competitive and innovative procurement approach.
• Oversee compliance with internal procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Manage multiple projects, prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Provide commercial and strategic insights to stakeholders to support business decisions.

About You

• Proven experience in procurement, specifically within Supply Chain, Transport, Logistics, or Capex categories.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to handle numerical data with attention to detail.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects under pressure.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable.

What's in It for You?

• £47,000 Per Annum salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Pension scheme with company contributions
• Career development and progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious procurement professional to take on a challenging and rewarding role. If you have the skills and experience required, we would love to hear from you!

Click apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.