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Technical Buyer

Elevation Recruitment Group
Posted a day ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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  • The position of Technical Buyer is available in Leeds with a hybrid working option, offering a salary between £35,000 and £40,000.
  • The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely procurement of essential components.
  • Candidates should have experience in a technical engineering environment and strong procurement and supplier management skills.
  • Additional benefits include 25 days of annual leave, CIPS study support, and a generous pension scheme.
  • The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successful negotiations and a focus on optimizing costs and service levels.

Technical Buyer – Leeds/Hybrid - £35,000 – £40,000 + CIPS Study SupportElevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be partnered with a rapidly growing business in Leeds city centre who are looking for a Technical Buyer to join their team.As a Technical Buyer, you will manage key supplier relationships, negotiate contracts and ensure the timely procurement of essential component spares. You’ll also work closely with engineering, procurement and supply chain teams to optimise costs and service levels.Benefits

  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + the option to purchase 5 additional days
  • Hybrid working
  • CIPS study support & development
  • Generous pension scheme

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage procurement activities and supplier negotiations to secure quality, cost-efficient and timely supplies
  • Identify and develop sustainable sources of supply that support the long-term goals of the business
  • Ensure supplier contracts meet quality, cost and regulatory standards, while adhering to all relevant requirements
  • Work closely with engineering teams to manage obsolescence issues and ensure high-quality supplies
  • Analyse supplier performance and implementing strategies for improvement to enhance supply chain efficiency

Background & Experience:

  • Experience working within a technical engineering environment
  • Strong experience in procurement and supplier management, with a proven track record of successful negotiations

If you would like to discuss this Technical Buyer role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.