Strategic Senior Buyer – Manufacturing & Sourcing

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

KPI RECRUITING LTD is seeking a Senior Buyer in the United Kingdom to lead strategic procurement across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on securing a continuous supply of goods and services while driving supplier performance, cost reductions and purchasing strategy development.

You will manage category strategies, negotiate terms with key suppliers, and mentor junior staff. Strong communication and MS Office proficiency are essential, with experience in overseas sourcing

Qualifications

• 15–20 years procurement experience
• Strategic sourcing and supplier management capability
• Experience in manufacturing procurement environments preferred
• Strong negotiation and analytics skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous supply of goods, materials and services across the business
• Lead category management activities and oversee PO processing
• Interpret material requirements and demand across the business
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate terms
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through sourcing and negotiations
• Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities
• Manage supplier performance through reviews and improvements
• Support purchasing strategies and KPI development
• Provide data-led reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Mentor colleagues and deputise for Purchasing Director when required

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationships

Negotiation

MS Excel

Stakeholder mgmt

Procurement

Analytical skills

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

KPI RECRUITING LTD is seeking a Senior Buyer in the United Kingdom to lead strategic procurement across a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on securing a continuous supply of goods and services while driving supplier performance, cost reductions and purchasing strategy development.

You will manage category strategies, negotiate terms with key suppliers, and mentor junior staff. Strong communication and MS Office proficiency are essential, with experience in overseas sourcing