Strategic Buyer & Supplier Negotiation Lead

Middlesex Group; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Middlesex Group in Basingstoke is seeking a Buyer for their Procurement department. The role involves purchasing goods and services to meet specific targets and supporting a highly skilled team in an expanding aerospace manufacturing company.

Successful candidates should have strong negotiation skills and experience in a purchasing team, with CIPS qualification preferred. The position offers opportunities to improve purchasing techniques and contribute to business savings through effective supplier management.

Qualifications

• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or studying towards CIPS qualification.
• Previous experience in a purchasing role within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of negotiation and cost breakdown.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services to meet targets.
• Support purchasing function and communicate supply problems.
• Monitor market trends and provide cost analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

CIPS qualification or studying towards it

Experience in a purchasing team

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Middlesex Group in Basingstoke is seeking a Buyer for their Procurement department. The role involves purchasing goods and services to meet specific targets and supporting a highly skilled team in an expanding aerospace manufacturing company.

Successful candidates should have strong negotiation skills and experience in a purchasing team, with CIPS qualification preferred. The position offers opportunities to improve purchasing techniques and contribute to business savings through effective supplier management.