Buyer

RECRUIT 12

Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days

Telford, Shropshire TF1 1RP, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for an experienced Buyer in the automotive industry, focusing on supplier management and procurement strategy execution.
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing and project management within the automotive sector.
The role requires knowledge of press tooling, assembly purchases, and Quality Assurance Frameworks, along with strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, although the exact salary is not specified in the job description.
The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Buyer Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in the automotive industry? We have an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional to join a dynamic team and play a crucial role in supplier management, cost control, and procurement strategy execution. The Role:As a Buyer, you will be responsible for monitoring supplier performance, implementing sourcing strategies, and supporting contract and category management for both direct and indirect commodities. You will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure optimal value, compliance, and performance.

What You'll Need:

Automotive sector experience with a focus on purchasing and project management.
Knowledge of press tooling and assembly purchases.
Understanding of Quality Assurance Frameworks (QAFs) and data analysis.
MCIPS qualification (or working towards it).
Engineering qualifications (preferred).
Strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
Previous experience in an OEM or Tier 1 supplier.
Commercial acumen and ability to drive cost savings.

Personal Attributes:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and drive change.
Results-driven with a problem-solving mindset.
Effective communicator at all levels (internal and external).
Ability to respond rapidly to challenges in a fast-paced environment.
High standards of integrity, trust, and accountability.

Why Join Us?

Work in a fast-moving, global industry with career development opportunities.
Be part of a forward-thinking procurement team in a growing business.
Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career, apply today!

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