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SalaryOur Global Manufacturing Client has an opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join their Indirect Team.
Working within the Global Services Team, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for procuring a broad range of indirect goods and services to support the business needs.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for your category spend area
- Prepare, coordinate and execute sourcing decisions for spend area
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process - issuing RFI, tenders, commercial and contract negotiations
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve market-competitive pricing and acceptable commercial terms
- Build strong working relationships with Supplier to discuss performance and drive continuous improvement
- Work closely with colleagues to understand their short-term and long-term needs
- Implement a Preferred Supplier List
Experience and knowledge required for the role:
- Experience working in a similar procurement/sourcing role
- Proven track record of sourcing and procuring indirect materials and services
- Proven experience across the full Procurement lifecycle (Sourcing, Contracting and Supplier Management)
- Strong negotiation and commercial skills
- Communication and relationship-building skills who can work effectively with internal Colleagues and Suppliers
- Can prioritise workload and manage multiple projects
- Ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits include a yearly bonus, hybrid working and a Friday early finish.
To discuss this opportunity in more detail please send your CV today.
