Strategic Buyer - Rail & MRO Parts

Wabtec Corporation; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in rail technology is seeking a Buyer in Burton upon Trent. The successful candidate will manage procurement processes, negotiate with vendors, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Ideal applicants will have experience in engineering or manufacturing, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a good level of IT proficiency. Join a committed team dedicated to engineering excellence and service improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous buying, purchasing, or procurement experience within an engineering/manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong negotiation skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Good level of IT skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Oracle preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing and negotiating contracts.
• Ensure competitive prices are sought from existing and new vendors.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve purchasing efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing activities with business needs.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

IT skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams)

Self-motivated

Problem-solving skills

Education

CIPS or IOSCM Qualification

Tools

Oracle

Job description

A global leader in rail technology is seeking a Buyer in Burton upon Trent. The successful candidate will manage procurement processes, negotiate with vendors, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Ideal applicants will have experience in engineering or manufacturing, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a good level of IT proficiency. Join a committed team dedicated to engineering excellence and service improvement.