Strategic Buyer — Hybrid Role: Savings & Sourcing Expert

Gap Technical; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company based near Wigan is seeking a Buyer to develop and execute category strategies. You will negotiate pricing and delivery schedules while managing supplier relationships to achieve cost savings and optimal inventory levels. Collaboration with marketing, sales, and operations will be key to ensuring product availability and alignment with sales goals. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 annually, with Monday to Friday working days.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven negotiation skills to secure advantageous agreements.
• Experience in managing inventory levels and supplier relationships.
• Ability to analyze sales data for optimal stock management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for key spend areas.
• Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Deliver year-on-year savings and value improvements.
• Manage supplier selection and onboarding processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align product strategies.

Skills

Negotiation

Inventory Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Job description

A leading manufacturing company based near Wigan is seeking a Buyer to develop and execute category strategies. You will negotiate pricing and delivery schedules while managing supplier relationships to achieve cost savings and optimal inventory levels. Collaboration with marketing, sales, and operations will be key to ensuring product availability and alignment with sales goals. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation ranging from £40,000 to £50,000 annually, with Monday to Friday working days.