Strategic Senior Buyer: CAPEX & Supplier Leadership

Wolviston Management Services Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolviston Management Services Limited is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a busy industrial and chemical manufacturing environment. You will lead purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships and drive contract performance to ensure efficient sourcing and high standards.

The role involves working with technical teams and internal stakeholders to support operational requirements, capital projects and procurement strategy development.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or manufacturing procurement.
• CIPS qualification or working towards accreditation.
• Strong contract development and supplier management experience.
• Knowledge of tenders, CAPEX purchasing and contract performance monitoring.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities across a large industrial site, ensuring value for money and continuity of supply.
• Develop and manage supplier contracts, terms, commercial strategies and contract structures.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve supply chain performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain supplier relationships.
• Provide procurement support for CAPEX projects and contract selection.
• Coordinate tendering processes, supplier evaluations and contract awards.
• Ensure procurement policies, procedures and relevant legal/financial compliance.
• Promote use of procurement systems and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement experience

Contract management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Organization skills

Education

CIPS accreditation

Job description

Wolviston Management Services Limited is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a busy industrial and chemical manufacturing environment. You will lead purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships and drive contract performance to ensure efficient sourcing and high standards.

The role involves working with technical teams and internal stakeholders to support operational requirements, capital projects and procurement strategy development.