CATEGORY SOURCING BUYER STOKE ON TRENT FULL TIME PERMANENT COMBINATION OF HOME AND OFFICE WORKING UP TO £43K DOE AND EXCELLENT BENEFITS
THE ROLE
Working in partnership with the Category team to deliver the category P&L, ensuring that sourcing decisions directly support margin, cost, and growth targets Translate product specifications, volume forecasts, and price requirements into commercially viable sourcing strategies across domestic and international markets Drive year-on-year cost-price reductions through proactive negotiation, supplier optimisation, and continuous cost-improvement initiatives Provide regular performance reporting, analysing progress against KPIs and identifying corrective actions where targets are at risk Source products from the most competitive global suppliers, including overseas manufacturers Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to secure favourable commercial terms, negotiate cost reductions, mitigate risk and identify new opportunities Negotiate and manage all supplier agreements including contracts, SLA, NDAs Develop new supplier pipelinesboth UK and internationalto support innovation, own
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brand development, and long
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term category growth Attend relevant trade shows and supplier visits (some international travel) Manage end
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end importing processes from any territory, ensuring compliance with customs, duty, and regulatory requirements Monitor supplier lead times, production schedules, and shipping timelines, expediting orders where necessary to maintain optimum stock levels
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
CIPS Level 4 qualification
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equivalent experience in a senior procurement role Strong influencing and negotiation skills In depth knowledge and experience in procurement from international markets Knowledge of Import procedures Familiar with KPIs and contract negotiation/management Excellent communication and analytical skills Computer literate (Excel, Power Point, Word) Commercially minded relationship builder Ability to travel in UK and oversees
holding full UK Driving License
HOW TO APPLY
For more information on the Category Sourcing Buyer role, please contact Rob Hulse at Intro Personnel on or e-mail your current CV.
Due to the expected high number of applicants for the Category Sourcing Buyer role, we regret that it may not be possible to respond to all unsuccessful candidates.
For a full list of Intro Personnels current vacancies, please visit the Intro Personnel website and follow us on Facebook and Linked In.
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Category Sourcing Buyer in London employer: Intro Personnel
As a world-leading Process Manufacturer based in Stoke on Trent, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values teamwork and innovation. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career advancement within a busy and supportive environment, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
