Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsSenior Strategic Buyer - Procurement SpecialistDerbyshire - Industrial SectorAbout Our ClientA large well known organisation with lots of career progression and opportunitiesJob DescriptionAs a Senior Strategic Buyer/ Procurement Business Partnering Specialist you will; Managing projects in a complex environmentDevelop and lead sourcing activities from proposal to contract signature, to include negotiation and performing cost analysisLead contract management, including drafting, negotiating, and finalising agreements with suppliers to ensure compliance and optimise terms.Manage the process of Identifying, assessing, and mitigating commercial risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.Working with the relevant functions and stakeholders to lead and contribute to building and maintaining category strategies within the designated categoryManaging supplier relationships and in contract supplier management, including supplier performance management, leading cost reduction activities, and resolving commercial issuesThe Successful ApplicantAs a Procurement Manager/ Procurement Business Partner/ Senior Strategic Buyer you will have;Experience of working as a Senior Strategic Buyer or Procurement Business Partner/ Manager in a regulated or complex industrial manufacturing environmentA proven track record of end to end procurement from sourcing to contract managementStrong experience in strategic sourcing as well as managing supplier relationships and in-contract supplier management.An understanding of risk management and building a resilient supply chain.Proven track record of successful negotiations, coupled with strong commercial and financial skills with an understanding of Total Cost of Acquisition/Product Cost Life-cycles and associated levers/analytics.Excellent communication, influencing and relationship managementExperience of reviewing and drafting contractsA degree in a relevant field or CIPS qualification (desirable)What's on OfferA great opportunity to develop your career in a well established growing organisationSalaries ranging from £45,000 - £60,000 + bonus + benefitsContactKatie MartinQuote job refJN-062025-6763964Phone number+44 113 388 9061Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorIndirect ProcurementSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationDerbyshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameKatie MartinConsultant phone+44 113 388 9061Job referenceJN-062025-6763964
