Strategic Buyer

Redline Group Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and manufacturing organization is seeking a Strategic Buyer in Hertfordshire. The role involves procurement of materials, managing supplier relationships, and leading sourcing projects, primarily focused on electronic components. Ideal candidates will possess CIPS qualifications or equivalent and have experience in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience sourcing PCB/Electronic components required.
• CIPS membership or equivalent and experience in manufacturing/supply chain roles valued.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement of materials and goods from approved suppliers.
• Manage sourcing projects, negotiate terms, and drive process improvements.
• Establish effective supplier relationships and support new product introductions.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation

Process Improvement

Education

CIPS membership or equivalent

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity available for a Strategic Buyer to join our client's team based in Hertfordshire, who are a world leading design and manufacturing organisation.

The Strategic Buyer in Hertfordshire will be responsible for procurement of all materials and goods. This will involve purchasing from approved suppliers as well as sourcing from potential new suppliers, and will also require experience sourcing PCB/ Electronic components.

Other responsibilities will include:

- Carry out competitive tenders and manage sourcing projects

- Create, and lead projects to drive commercial improvements

- Negotiate commercial terms

- Establish and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers

- Drive New Product Introduction supply chain establishment from environmentally sustainable sources

- Identify and drive process improvements

The Strategic Buyer in Hertfordshire, will have the following:

- Experience sourcing PCB/ Electronic components

- CIPS membership or equivalent or qualified by experience.

- Experience in a purchasing / supply chain role, within a manufacturing or production environment

APPLY NOW for the Strategic Buyer job, in Hertfordshire, by sending your cv and cover letter to (url removed)

Job Info

Job Title:

Strategic Buyer

Company:

Redline Group Ltd

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 21st 2025

Sector:

Retail & Purchasing

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

Welcome to Fresh Jobs the place to find the freshest job vacancies and career advice.