Senior Buyer - Expiring soon!

Posted 16/08/2024 by Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited

Location:
Rayleigh
Salary/Rate:
£40,000 - £45,000/annum
Pure Resourcing Solutions are supporting a privately owned manufacturing company based in Basildon, seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Buyer to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Forecast levels of demand for services and products.
  • Conduct research to source the best products and suppliers regarding best value, delivery schedules, and quality.
  • Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
  • Continuously gather, analyse, interpret and act upon market intelligence.
  • Purchasing materials in line with requirements/shortfall/MRP
  • Inventory management
  • Responsible for the shortfall list and placing orders as required for key suppliers.
  • Provide cover for the Procurement Manager when required
  • On-going supplier relationship and performance management activities, de-risk supply chain.
  • Implement procurement strategies in alignment with the organisation's goals, objectives, and business plans.
  • Assist in managing the day-to-day procurement operations, ensuring key metrics are delivered. 
  • Negotiate and agree on contracts, monitor the quality of service provided, and ensure all relevant legal terms are agreed upon between us and the suppliers.
  • Maintain supplier relationships, align with our strategic goals, and ensure that suppliers deliver outstanding service and quality.
  • Attend supplier meetings and trade conferences in the UK and overseas. 
Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a Senior Buyer
  • Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
  • Level 4 CIPS qualified
  • Experience in managing Far East suppliers.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Experience of negotiating with third parties, with an understanding of contract law.
  • Effective and up-to-date understanding of the external supply markets.

If you are an experienced Procurement Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a procurement team within a growing manufacturing company, we would love to hear from you. Please Contact Laura @ Pure
Type:
Permanent
Start Date:
15/08/2024
Contract Length:
N/A
Job Reference:
BH-64931
Job ID:
222177241

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