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Our client is a globally recognised leader in their field of engineering solutions, with a rich heritage spanning over a century. They are currently seeking a Senior Buyer to join their team at their Engineering Centre of Excellence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a strategic procurement function, developing and managing supplier relationships across the UK and Europe.
As a Senior Buyer, your role will be pivotal in supporting the delivery of Manufacturing Programmes. You will be responsible for developing strategic supplier relationships in the UK and Europe, ensuring the timely delivery of technically compliant materials and services. Your duties will extend from sourcing and contracting suppliers to managing these relationships and resolving any supply constraints. You will also actively drive supplier improvement activities where necessary, identify supply chain risks, and support mitigation activities.
What you bring:
As the ideal candidate for the Senior Buyer position, you bring a wealth of experience in engineering supply chain and procurement within a manufacturing environment. Your proficiency with SAP or other MRP systems will be invaluable in this role. You have proven ability to evaluate and negotiate standard commercial terms & contracts, coupled with experience in first-time sourcing/new product development. Your established negotiation skills with internal stakeholders and strategic partners will be key to your success in this role. Additionally, your ability to present data/information effectively in group settings will be highly beneficial.
What sets this company apart:
The company prides itself on its commitment to its employees, recognising that they are at the heart of its success. When you join their team, you can expect a range of benefits including flexible working hours, an attractive pension scheme, life assurance, and company sick pay scheme which increases with service.
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About the job
Contract Type: FULL_TIME
Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain
Focus: Purchasing / Procurement
Industry: Purchasing and Procurement
Salary: pensions/healthcare/holidays
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Manchester
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: WAVLFW-5F182039
Date posted: 21 January 2025
Consultant: Richard Jones
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