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Senior Buyer

Michael Page
Posted 21 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Coventry, West Midlands CV1 4FS, England

Salary

£49,500 - £60,500 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Senior Buyer role focuses on strategic purchasing and managing supplier relationships within a leading construction business.
  • Candidates should have experience in procurement, particularly in indirect purchasing, and be open to travel between Coventry and the South.
  • The position requires overseeing purchasing for mechanical, electrical, and logistics categories while negotiating contracts for quality and cost efficiency.
  • This role offers a competitive salary, which is not specified in the job description, along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • The successful candidate will also mentor junior team members and contribute to the procurement department's strategy and performance management.

This Senior Buyer role involves strategic purchasing and supplier relationship management in the Procurement & Supply Chain department of a leading construction business.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established entity within the automotive and construction industry, boasting a substantial workforce and business model.

Description

  • Oversee the strategic purchasing of mechanical, electrical, and logistics categories.
  • Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure the best quality and cost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing needs and align procurement strategies accordingly.
  • Monitor market trends to identify potential procurement opportunities and risks.
  • Ensure procurement procedures align with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Manage and mentor junior procurement team members.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of the procurement department's strategy.
  • Implement and maintain an effective supplier performance management system.

Profile

A successful Senior Buyer' should have:

  • Experience within procurement and in particular indirects
  • Open to travel between Coventry and the South
  • Candidate should come with experience in indirect procurement
  • Must do some time off site in factories

Job Offer

This is a golden opportunity to be part of a vibrant team in a prestigious company, offering ample scope for growth and skill enhancement, while contributing significantly to the industry.

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