Senior Buyer
Permanent @CV Technical posted 1 day ago in Manufacturing & Industrial Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
Job Description
CV Technical is working exclusively with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Senior Buyer into a newly created role. This is a significant appointment for the business – designed to centralise and professionalise the procurement function for the first time.
The initial focus will be on consolidating the existing supply chain, reviewing cost-saving opportunities and improving service levels across a broad range of products, consumables, parts and service contracts. This is a stand-alone role, ideally suited to a proactive, commercially minded individual who is comfortable taking ownership and building structure from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full ownership of indirect procurement activities across the business, centralising purchasing of operational goods and services
- Manage supplier relationships across a varied supplier base, negotiating pricing, service levels and supply agreements
- Review and manage contracts across areas such as IT & telecoms, utilities and other support services
- Support budget control by tracking spend, identifying savings opportunities and challenging unnecessary cost
- Develop a more structured and efficient procurement process for indirect spend across the business
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in a lead purchasing or procurement role – essential
- Background in manufacturing, engineering, distribution or an industrial environment
- Strong commercial awareness with confidence to negotiate prices and challenge costs
- Demonstrated experience identifying cost-saving opportunities and streamlining supply chains
- Familiarity with service contracts such as utilities, telecoms or site support services
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a wide variety of categories and supplier relationships
- Self-motivated and proactive – comfortable working as a stand-alone function and building processes
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, both internally and externally
- Good IT skills including purchasing systems, spreadsheets and reporting tools
- High attention to detail with a methodical and structured approach
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