Job description
Senior Buyer
Birmingham
Our client proudly supporting jewellers across the country.
Our client is currently looking to recruit a Senior Buyer to join their Supply Chain team.
Your key responsibilities will be:
- You will be managing suppliers across a range of direct/indirect categories to ensure they have the capacity, capability and flexibility to support the business.
- You will create and deliver effective sourcing plans to drive down costs and deliver value, ensuring a robust and secure supply chain is maintained and the best procurement solutions are identified.
- You will be managing the day to day operations of the purchasing function, developing and implementing a purchasing strategy with a drive towards purchasing excellence and reducing costs.
What you’ll need to bring to the show:
- At least 2 years’ experience in a procurement and supply role
- Understanding of budget holder procurement needs
- Ability to analyse and interpret data
- Significant experience of improving processes and material flow
- Able to work a flexible shift pattern between the hours of 7am - 8pm
- Excellent communication skills and able to present to senior leaders
What our client can offer you in return:
- A salary of £37,500 per annum DOE
- An excellent opportunity to build breadth of experience in your field
- Up to 34 days’ paid leave per year
- Employee Assistance Programme – with free access to a GP, counselling & legal advice for you and your household
- Interest free loans for travel to work costs (annual travel passes / parking permits)
- A generous Pension Scheme, employee contributions are matched by the company up to 8%
- Life Assurance up to x6 salary
- Discounts on company products
Hours of Work
Our client’s working week totals 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday. Hours can be flexible but will need to suit business requirements.
What Next?
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