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Staffordshire Permanent View Job Description
Reporting directly to a Purchase / Category Manager or Senior Buyer, the role is primarily responsible for the commercial management of a portfolio of parts and / or services that are required within a particular manufacturing location.
  • Purchasing experience in an Engineering and production environment
  • Holding and building relationships within a global and matrix organisation

About Our Client

The employer is a recognised organisation within the industrial/manufacturing sector, known for its strong presence and commitment to delivering high-quality products. Operating as a global company, they focus on innovation and efficiency to maintain their market position.

Job Description

Strategic Development & Execution

  • Identify and quantify cost-saving opportunities across categories
  • Monitor tech and market trends to drive cost improvements
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs
  • Develop and implement sourcing plans covering:
    • Early supplier engagement
    • Cost-saving initiatives
    • Tendering and contracting
    • Capacity management
    • Supplier performance targets
  • Track and adapt strategies to evolving business conditions
  • Establish and manage supplier performance metrics
  • Implement supply contracts and service level agreements



🚚 Supplier Performance & Delivery

  • Build strong relationships with key suppliers to meet performance goals
  • Communicate supply base plans for manufacturing and volume changes
  • Support programme launches with timely, cost-effective supply solutions
  • Respond to risk alerts and ensure supplier business continuity plans



🤝 Teamwork & Self Development

  • Promote effective communication across the supply chain
  • Address supplier performance issues within category
  • Align supply base with business performance expectations
  • Support category managers and pursue personal development
  • Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures



🧭 Supply Base Management & Coordination (Lead Buyer Role)

  • Lead supplier performance reviews and annual negotiations
  • Publish technology roadmaps and create budgets
  • Agree on payment terms and long-term agreements (LTAs)
  • Oversee business continuity and supplier survey feedback
  • Define communication strategies and confirm supplier capacity
  • Support warranty recovery and manage end-of-life planning
  • Mitigate supplier admin issues and lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
  • Conduct supplier positioning analysis



The Successful Applicant

A successful Buyer should have:🧠 Skills

  • Strong communicator and team collaborator
  • Skilled in influencing and conflict resolution
  • Results-driven with solid negotiation ability



📚 Knowledge

  • Global category and supplier management
  • Cost, pricing, and contract management
  • Performance, change, and financial oversight



🛠️ Experience & Qualifications

  • Purchasing in engineering/production environments
  • Leading multi-disciplinary and virtual teams
  • Building global relationships in matrix organisations
  • Understanding of engineering and programme management
  • Graduate calibre; ideally CIPS qualified
  • Willingness to travel



What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary depending on experience.
  • A permanent role within a respected company in Staffordshire.
  • Opportunities to develop your career within the industrial/manufacturing sector.
  • A supportive and professional work environment.
  • Potential access to additional benefits (details to be discussed during the interview process).



This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Buyer to join a Procurement team and make a meaningful impact. Apply now to take the next step in your career!

Contact
Balkar Brier
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6825385
Phone number
+44 2078 312000

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Staffordshire
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Balkar Brier
Consultant phone
+44 2078 312000
Job reference
JN-092025-6825385