Job Title - Buyer
Salary - Competitive
Location - North Yorkshire
Contract - Fulltime, Permanent
Hours - Mon to Thurs 8:00am to 5:00pm & Fri 8:00am to 2:00pm
Work Environment - Primarily office-based with independent and team-oriented tasks. This role may involve travel to suppliers and customer locations.
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Purpose of Role
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Drive supplier management and sourcing strategies to maximise profitability.
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Key Responsibilities of the Buyer:
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- Manage RFQ to SOP processes for new business awards.
- Oversee daily commercial supplier management, including cost reduction initiatives.
- Develop innovative ideas to enhance profitability through commercial or process efficiencies.
- Support Material Planning & Logistics (MP&L) by managing supplier delivery issues and negotiating claims.
- Formulate and implement commodity strategies covering packaging, logistics, and consumables.
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Candidate Profile
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What We're Looking For: A highly motivated professional with a proactive approach to business challenges, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
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Key Skills of the Buyer:
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- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong analytical, literacy, and numeracy abilities
- Demonstrated negotiation expertise
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Ideal Experience:
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- Willingness to travel within the UK
- Previous experience as a Buyer or Graduate Buyer
- Proven experience managing projects from RFQ to SOP
- Track record of meeting project goals and achieving cost reductions
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Educational Background:
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- Graduate degree in Business, Mathematics, or related field preferred
- CIPS certification (desirable but not required)
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Additional Requirements:
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- Strong numerical and communication skills
- Ability to summarize complex data and present insights to management
- Flexible and adaptable to meet evolving business needs
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Apply
If this Buyer role sounds of interest, please click apply to send your CV, or if you have any questions, call Kirk at MDE Group, Bristol.
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