An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Buyer to develop, drive and implement Best Total Cost across all product categories. They will assist in achieving pre-determined Key Performance Indicators, and constantly review and manage the development and introduction of new products.

Client Details

Our client is a market leader in their industry. They pride themselves on the quality of their product and are highly respected within the Hull region, having operated for over 75 years

Description

· Year on year cost reduction based on pre-determined Key Performance Indicators

· Drive and delivery of best 'Total Cost of Acquisition'

· Development and implementation of top level commodity strategies

· Working closely with current and new supply chains to drive and develop key strategic projects

· Sourcing and approval of new suppliers

· Development and implementation of new products working closely with Supplier Quality Assurance team and assisting in the completion of the Initial Sample Inspection Report process

· Work with Supply partners to achieve Lean Manufacturing objectives

· Working with current and new suppliers to develop commercial and service level agreements

· Control and development of supplier relations

· Work with key internal stakeholders to bring about improvements in the supply chain

· Hold and facilitate regular supply review meetings both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

· Conduct supplier and commodity risk assessments, developing robust contingency plans

Profile

A successful Category Buyer should have:

· CIPS qualified desirable or working towards

· Experience within a Manufacturing / Engineering environment

· Minimum 3 year's experience within a Procurement role

· Experience with lean manufacturing techniques

· Control and development of a supplier portfolio of greater than £2 million

· Consistently achieved year on year cost savings (3% of total supplier turnover)

· Driven and implemented strategic projects resulting in savings of > £100k per annum

· Ability to undertake effective supplier audits and reviews

· Understanding of key financial accounting information

· Organisational awareness and the ability to influence senior executives

· Excellent stakeholder management

· Demonstrable influencing and negotiating skills

· Commercial awareness

· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

· Commitment to working as part of a team

· Good level of IT skills and experience of MRP systems and processes

· Effective planning and organisational skills

Job Offer

A competitive salary between £35,000- £45,000 depending on experience.
The chance to work for a respected company in the industrial/manufacturing sector.
25 days holiday plus Bank holidays.
A supportive and dedicated team environment.

This Category Buyer position offers a unique opportunity to further your career in the industrial/manufacturing sector in Hull. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.