At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and onboard suppliers, negotiate contracts, and improve service performance.
- Company: Dynamic company in Leeds/Bradford with a focus on career development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 33 days holiday, excellent pension, and life assurance.
- Other info: Enjoy a half-day finish on Fridays and secure on-site parking.
- Why this job: Join a team that values innovation and offers real career growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in manufacturing or engineering; CIPS qualified or studying.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Full time, permanent
Location: Leeds/Bradford
Salary: Negotiable
Career development opportunities
Further study support
Key Responsibilities
- Improve quality, delivery, service performance and cost
- Source, screen, appoint and onboard new UK and overseas suppliers
- Support new product development
- Develop excellent supplier relationships
- Negotiate pricing, contracts and quotations
- Lead supplier meetings
- Contribute to engineering changes and strategic sourcing activities
- Develop and implement commodity purchasing strategies
- Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Produce MI on all purchasing/supplier activities
- Collaborate with all teams to deliver purchasing objectives
What We're Looking For
A talented Direct Buyer with 3+ years in either manufacturing or engineering environments
CIPS qualified or studying towards CIPS.
Excellent Benefits and Rewards:
- Career development opportunities
- Support for further CIPS qualification
- Annual salary review
- Office hours with a half day finish on Fridays
- 33 days paid holiday
- Excellent pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Secure On-site parking
- Many more benefits available
Buyer employer: HPCareers Limited
As an Electronics Assembler with us, you'll join a dynamic team that values precision and innovation in a supportive work environment. We offer excellent benefits, including a comprehensive wellbeing programme and family-friendly policies, ensuring our employees thrive both personally and professionally. Located in a vibrant area, we provide opportunities for growth and development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
