Strategic Buyer – Manufacturing & Supplier Relations

Fabric Recruitment Careers; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Buyer in Loughborough. The role involves managing supplier relationships, procuring materials, and ensuring effective negotiation for prices and terms. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing or engineering, with strong negotiation and communication skills, including an advantage for Italian language proficiency. This is a great opportunity to advance your supply chain career.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is essential.
• Advanced negotiation capabilities required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills necessary.
• Full driving licence needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships for timely procurement.
• Develop and maintain an approved supplier list.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Evaluate performance and onboard vendors.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Italian language skills

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Buyer in Loughborough. The role involves managing supplier relationships, procuring materials, and ensuring effective negotiation for prices and terms. Ideal candidates will have a background in manufacturing or engineering, with strong negotiation and communication skills, including an advantage for Italian language proficiency. This is a great opportunity to advance your supply chain career.