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The Opportunity

My client are a well established and privately owned manufacturing company and have been growing substantially over recent years. Their aggressive and exciting growth plan over the next 3-4 years has led to the requirement for an experienced strategic buyer to step into a Senior Buyer role. This role will be key in developing procurement strategies and leading cost saving initiatives for the business. There is a view that in time the next step will be procurement management as the company expands.

Benefits

* 40k-48k salary depending on experience

* Fully funded CIPS support if you have started the studying

* Company events

* Progression and professional development

* On site parking

* Flexible working hours

Responsibilities

* Implement procurement procedures and processes

* Develop relationships with new and existing suppliers

* Source new suppliers overseas and locally

* Analyse costs and make savings where possible

* Negotiate prices and contracts with suppliers

* Monitor supplier performance

About you

* Proficient strategic procurement experience

* Experience working in a manufacturing environment

* Can demonstrate history of negotiation and cost savings

* CIPS Level 4 qualified + be willing to continue with funding

* In depth knowledge of strategic procurement processes