Senior Buyer

Apex Resource Management Ltd

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Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV311UY, England

Full Time

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The position is for a Senior Buyer based in Leamington Spa, offering a permanent role with a 39-hour work week.
Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the manufacturing or automotive industries, with a focus on ethical sourcing of electrical and gas components.
The role involves developing supplier relationships, overseeing commodity management, and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
Additionally, the Senior Buyer will negotiate supplier contracts and lead procurement projects to improve operational efficiency.
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, and candidates must hold MCIPS or CIPS level 4 qualifications.

Senior Buyer

Leamington Spa

Permanent

39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 7.30-4.30, Friday 7.30-12.30)

We are recruiting for a Senior Buyer, based in Leamington Spa on a full time, permanent basis. You will be required to work on site 4 days a week. Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, our client is a large, well-established manufacturing company with a rich history across the UK and globally.

As the Senior Buyer, you will join and experienced and dynamic team, reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager. You will support in driving the procurement strategy, whilst supporting new product introduction and internal collaboration to ensure efficient sourcing of high quality materials and components.

Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure the procurement of high-quality raw materials and components
Oversee commodity management, ensuring strategic souring and cost-effectiveness
Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives with compromising quality or eff
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including pricing and terms, and service agreements
Source, evaluate and onboard new suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience
Lead and execute procurement projects to drive operational improvements and business objectives

Experience required for the Senior Buyer:

MCIPS or CIPS level 4 qualified
Proven experience in the manufacturing or automotive industries, with UK based expertise
Strong background in ethical sourcing electrical and gas components, as well as raw materials (stainless and mild steel)
Demonstrated ability to manage projects from start to finish, as well as contract management
Experience in commodity management

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