At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead purchasing team and develop procurement strategies for company success.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on growth and operational excellence.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy a balanced work-life with Fridays off every other week.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in supply chain management and enhance your negotiation skills.
- Qualifications: Strong administrative, negotiation, and analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
This is a newly created role designed to support the Group Supply Chain Manager in overseeing team management and daily operations. The successful candidate will possess strong administrative, negotiation, and analytical skills, enabling them to deliver reliable sourcing solutions and contribute to the company’s continued growth and operational success. This is an office-based role. You will work Monday-Thursday with week 1 Friday off and week 2 Friday working 4 hours. The working hours are flexible starting between 07:00-09:00 and finishing between 16:15-18:15 Monday-Thursday, same start time on the Friday worked but finishing between 11:00-13:00.
Responsibilities - Buyer
- Lead day-to-day purchasing team workload requirements with the Buyers and Purchasing Assistants (tactical activities).
- Support the Group Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement procurement strategies and plans to achieve company goals and objectives.
- Early involvement with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and provide procurement solutions that meet project needs.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, market conditions along with potential risks and opportunities.
- Commercial awareness to identify and evaluate potential suppliers. Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements to ensure favourable terms and conditions.
- Using MRP (and other business tools) to identify demand.
Senior Buyer employer: Trapeze Recruitment Services Ltd
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Contact Details:
Trapeze Recruitment Services Ltd Recruitment Team
