Strategic Buyer: Optimize Cost, Quality & Delivery

SF Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Buyer in Northampton to manage procurement processes while ensuring high quality and cost-effective services. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to develop effective sourcing strategies. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 and operates in an office-based environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a material control or procurement role.
• Strong understanding of MRP and other material planning systems.
• Project management skills, including development and execution of timing plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for assigned categories.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies.
• Evaluate supplier performance and manage relationships.
• Lead monthly supplier performance meetings.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers.
• Liaise with internal teams to meet customer requirements.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Excellent analytical abilities

Well-organised with strong communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Tools

Oracle-based management systems

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for a Buyer in Northampton to manage procurement processes while ensuring high quality and cost-effective services. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to develop effective sourcing strategies. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £40,000 and operates in an office-based environment.