Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a business with huge quality and excellence in product developmentProgressive manufacturing environment - Leicestershire basedAbout Our ClientMy client are a global business, who manufacture speciality productsThey are passionate about their people, and will support long term development Job DescriptionThis Category Buyer role - Manufacturing in Leicestershire will be responsible for:Analysing trends in their categories and advise on the most suitable sources for upcoming programmesThey will also ensure cross functional collaboration with product, design, and Quality Control (QC) teams to arrive at balanced/considered outcomesSupporting Company's continued success and growthReducing BOM and development costsMaintaining and building on the current high-quality standardsReducing development lead-times and, identifying efficiencies within the production processIdentifying new market technologies and driving their implementation to enhance product line upEffectively managing risks and opportunities within the supply chainAnalyse supplier resources to ensure continued development supportPerform category management including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract,performance and risk managementEvaluate cost data and quotation analyses for supplier selectionsThe Successful ApplicantPrevious experience in program purchasing, sourcing or new project development in a manufacturing environment or exposure to aerospace or automotiveStrong experience within a Purchasing/Procurement departmentSelf-motivated and resilientFlexible and adaptableAble to work under pressureExcellent communication skills, clear and concise written and verbal skills and ability to write coherent reports.SAP/ERP experienceExcel exposureWhat's on Offer4 days on site, 1 day from homeSalary flexible based on experiencePossible permanent roleDiscounts on company shopFantastic working environment and cultureContactOlly WarringtonQuote job refJN-022025-6659208Phone number+44 115 934 8701Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorDirect ProcurementSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationLeicestershireContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameOlly WarringtonConsultant phone+44 115 934 8701Job referenceJN-022025-6659208
