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Why Choose Bridgnorth Aluminium
Bridgnorth Aluminium is an aluminium rolling company with a strong commitment to excellence in manufacturing high quality products. We believe in building the future together. At Bridgnorth Aluminium, your skills, ideas, and passion will help us drive innovation and deliver excellence across the industry.

Purpose of the role

Responsible for the nonmetal sourcing and procurement for the business. The role involves negotiating with suppliers, ensuring quality, cost effectiveness and maintaining positive vendor relationships.

Duties

Sourcing and Procurement

* Identify and evaluate suppliers to ensure quality and reliability

* Negotiate contracts, terms and prices with suppliers

* Provide commercial support to the Contract manager

* Manage the purchasing process and place purchase orders

Vendor Relationship Management

* Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal performance

* Address any issues with vendors

* Monitor and evaluate vendor performance

Collaboration

* Liaise and work closely with other departments (e.g. Maintenance, Operations) to ensure all requirements are met and that all purchases align with the business needs

Compliance

* Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in purchasing activities

* Ensure vendor compliance to accreditation certifications

Qualifications

Essential to the role

* 5 GCSEs Grade A-C – English Language and Maths essential

* Proven experience as a Buyer

* Strong negotiation and communication skills

* Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

* Excellent communication skills

* Negotiation and conflict resolution

* Decision making skills

* Able to prioritise and work under minimal supervision

* Ability to liaise directly with a diverse range of stakeholders and build good relationships

* To be able to work in a team and independently

* To be able to manage your time and workload efficiently

* To be able to cope with a demanding fast paced environment under pressure from deadlines

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 36.25 hour week - Flexitime

Benefits Package:

* Annual Bonus

* Pension matched up to 7%

* 4 x Annual Salary Life Assurance

* Health Cash Plan

* Cycle to Work, Technology & Car scheme

* Wellbeing Support

* Long Service Recognition