Strategic Engineering Buyer Lead (Hybrid)

Energy Jobline CVL; Marden; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL seeks a Senior Strategic Buyer to lead strategic procurement for an engineering and manufacturing environment in Marden, Kent. You will drive commodity strategy, supplier relationships and cost improvements in a hybrid 35-hour week.

The role requires leadership, strong negotiation skills and a solid background in SAP/MRP within technical purchasing. Travel to suppliers may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic purchasing in engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience leading commodities and sourcing projects.
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems.
• Lean/continuous improvement experience (A3).
• CIPS qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead at least one key commodity at a strategic level.
• Develop sourcing strategies to deliver cost reduction, improved quality and supply chain efficiency.
• Analyse spend, procurement data and market trends to identify opportunities.
• Onboard new suppliers, considering quality, cost, capability, reliability and sustainability.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, long-term agreements and commercial terms.
• Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers.
• Manage supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, cost and delivery.
• Oversee SAP purchasing and MRP data.
• Support purchasing KPIs and budgets; assist with departmental budgets.
• Mentor Purchasing Team and lead during the Supply Chain Manager's absence.

Skills

Strategic purchasing

Supplier negotiation

Leadership

Supplier relationship management

Cost analysis

Contract management

Analytical thinking

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Energy Jobline CVL seeks a Senior Strategic Buyer to lead strategic procurement for an engineering and manufacturing environment in Marden, Kent. You will drive commodity strategy, supplier relationships and cost improvements in a hybrid 35-hour week.

The role requires leadership, strong negotiation skills and a solid background in SAP/MRP within technical purchasing. Travel to suppliers may be required.