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A leading provider of large aluminium products is seeking a Senior Buyer to acquire the Company’s internal supplies in a cost-effective manner. The Senior Buyer will have previous experience with indirect purchasing, have completed a degree in a business-related field, and have previous experience in manufacturing. In addition, the Senior Buyer will have excellent customer service, communication, analytical, and conflict resolution skills; as well as have good time management, IT, teamwork, and contract management experience.

Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged

Key Responsibilities:

Negotiate with suppliers using multiple methods such as summits, e-auctions and daily meetings

Negotiate T&Cs between suppliers and internal legal teams

Manage and benchmark existing suppliers, and work with colleagues to identify alternative products/sources and arrange Site trials of new supplies

Ensure contracts and NDAs are in place for all suppliers and SPAs are negotiated prior to expiry date to ensure continuity

Ensure all agreements have legal approval and maintain/update MSIS and contract database

Work on cost saving initiatives and record all savings achieved

Complete a pre-qualification questionnaire and liaise with the Health & Safety team to ensure compliance with the Company’s H&S policies

Complete monthly self-assessment ASAT tool

Assist colleagues to solve finance and requisition queries

Support the Procurement Manager in different tasks i.e. reporting, admin, preparation of events like Kaizen and supplier summits etc.

General administrative duties as associated with the running of a procurement office.

Knowledge, skills and qualifications:

Essential:

Completed an undergraduate degree in a business-related subject

Experience in indirect purchasing within the manufacturing sector

Have proven experience with business negotiation or in a procurement role

Excellent communication, customer service, analytical, and conflict resolution skills

Good IT, time management, teamwork, and decision-making skills

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment and have a proactive attitude

Have contract Management Experience

Desirables:

Good presentation skills

Studying towards CIPS or being fully qualified

Good level of understanding and interpreting UK Commercial Law

Salary: £45,000

Benefits: sick pay scheme, company pension scheme, healthcare cover, gym facilities, employee assistance, and more