Buyer

Distinct Recruitment

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 24 days

Ibstock, Leicestershire LE67 6NP

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

Full Time

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The Buyer position is located in Leicester, LE67, offering a hybrid work model with three days in the office and two days from home.
The role comes with a salary of £36,000 and requires a proven track record in procurement with a focus on cost savings and supplier performance optimization.
Key responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement processes.
Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, and excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
This opportunity also includes professional development support for CIPS, an enhanced pension plan, and access to retail discounts.

Job Title: BuyerLocation: Leciester, LE67 (Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home)Salary: £36,000

Are you a driven procurement professional looking for your next step in your career in 2025? I'm excited to share an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you’ll play a key role in shaping procurement strategies, driving value, in a business committed to sustainability and innovation.

What’s the role?As a Buyer, you’ll be responsible for managing procurement across a diverse portfolio of categories, with opportunties to work on both indirect and direct spends. You’ll report to the Category Manager and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver cost savings, improve supplier performance, and build resilient supply chains.

What you’ll be doing:

Developing sourcing strategies.
Building strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and resolving issues.
Tracking and reporting on spend, cost savings, and contract compliance.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement procurement improvements.
Driving sustainability and embedding responsible sourcing practices into strategies.

What we’re looking for:

A proven track record in procurement, with a focus on achieving cost savings and optimising supplier performance.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with confidence in presenting data-driven insights.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and excel.
Strong communication, negotiation, and project management abilities.

What’s in it for you?

Salary: Up to £36,000
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a hybrid setup with three office days and two days from home each week.
Professional Development: Study Support for CIPS
Enhanced pension and life insurance
Access to high street retail discounts platform

If you’d like to know more about this position, just hit the apply button and I’ll be in touch. You’ll find my number on Linked In (Bethan Kirby at Distinct Recruitment). If you prefer, you could drop me a connection or message on Linked In and we can pick up on there.

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