Category Buyer

3 weeks ago

Higham on the Hill, United Kingdom Triumph Full time
Category Buyer (MC485)
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
The Original British Motorcycling Company.
At Triumph, we are driven to make the best motorcycles in the world. Building iconic motorcycles that celebrate our past whilst embracing the future - through bold design, original styling, purposeful engineering and a genuine passion for the ride.
The Category Buyer will manage a selection of suppliers in either the Powertrain or Chassis commodities in order to achieve best value for Triumph through the supply chain for direct components required for our motorcycles.
With the Procurement Category Manager you will develop category strategies and sourcing initiatives with the aim of supporting the Company’s production volume growth, maintaining and building on the current high quality standards, reducing development lead-times, reducing BOM cost and bringing new market technologies expediently to the products.
As a Category Buyer, you will work with the wider product, design and QC functions and champion the development of the performance of the existing supply base. Where appropriate you will identify new sources, and rationalise Triumph’s current supply base. You will also be responsible for analysing trends in their categories and advise on the most suitable sources for upcoming motorcycle development programmes. At all times, you will also ensure cross functional collaboration with product, design and QC teams to arrive at balanced/considered outcomes.
You will be qualified in Maths and English GCSE grade C or above as a minimum, with holding degree in Business or Engineering related field, or in any fields with relevant purchasing experience as a desirable. You must be proficient in Microsoft Packages including Excel, Word and Outlook and be able to demonstrate good commercial awareness and acumen.
You will possess the ability to multi-task and be flexible to address immediate priorities and still manage deadlines with longer-term projects and strategic initiatives. You will also have good at time management and be able to work under pressure. Excellent communication skills are essential, clear and concise written and verbal skills and the ability to write coherent reports. You must also be able to make systematic and logical judgements.
Full details of the job description and person specification can be found in the downloadable job files.
A variety of competitive benefits, including an enhanced holiday scheme, employee benefits platform and a favourable life assurance scheme. Motorcycle, clothing and accessories are available to purchase at a heavily discounted rate. An iconic place to work; join us for the ride
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

  • Senior Category Buyer

    7 days ago

    Burton-on-Trent, United Kingdom Distinct Recruitment Full time

    Are you experienced in negotiation and supplier management? Do you have experience working within a manufacturing/engineering environment? A business in Burton-on-Trent is on the lookout for a Senior Category Buyer to join their Procurement Team. The Head of Procurement has built a successful and efficient procurement function but has further plans for...

  • Commercial Buyer

    4 weeks ago

    Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Jackson Hogg Limited Full time

    Jackson Hogg Supply Chain division are exclusively partnering with our well-valued client, a global manufacturing business in Stockton-on-Tees, on the appointment of a Commercial Buyer to join their Direct Materials purchasing team. This is a full time and permanent role offering a competitive salary, hybrid working pattern, flexible working hours, paid...

  • Junior Buyer

    4 weeks ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Bestway Retail Full time

    **Job Title**: Junior Buyer **Employment type**:Permanent - Full Time **Location**:Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, UK **City/Town**: Fenton **Postcode**:ST4 2FL **Salary**: Competitive **_We have a fantastic opportunity for a Junior Buyer to join our Trading team to help develop and drive category plans which will deliver sales growth whilst meeting...

  • Buyer

    5 days ago

    Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Jackson Hogg Full time

    Jackson Hogg is delighted to be exclusively representing a global manufacturing company in Stockton on Tees. We are searching for an Indirect Buyer. You will be involved with the corporate services purchasing which holds a significant spend for the business. Some of the categories you can expect to manage include the following: HR and Employee...

  • Assistant Buyer

    7 days ago

    Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom Edward Leonard Conroy Ltd Full time

    We're an independent wholesaler / retailer that focus predominantly on essential day to day items (grocery, pet products, DIY etc.) for sale on Amazon marketplace. **Due to ongoing expansion we're looking for an Assistant Buyer / Buyer to join our team in Eastwood, Essex, to help with day to day management of stock and identify new products and...

  • Senior Commercial Buyer

    7 days ago

    Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Venator Full time

    Job Description: Venator is recruiting for a Senior Commercial Buyer, based at Wynyard who will lead the sourcing activity for Raw Materials for the assigned categories across all EAME, APAC sites and will be the key contact person for their allocated site(s). Job responsibilities include: - Develop purchasing strategy for allocated categories based on...

  • Assistant Buyer

    6 days ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Pure 4 Recruitment Limited Full time

    My client, who are currently growing, are looking to recruit an Assistant Buyer to join their team. You role purpose will be to provide support in delivering a great customer experience through excellent product availability and quality and ensuring that the business is the partner of choice with our key suppliers, whilst delivering within Gross Margin% and...

  • Interim Buyer

    7 days ago

    Burton-On-Trent, United Kingdom SF Group Full time

    SF Recruitment are looking for an Interim Procurement generalist on a 6 month contract. Overall Purpose of role: To support end to end supply chain activities across all digital, marketing, HR and Finance categories of spend in the organisation. Identifying effective procurement solutions; reducing risk, and delivering value for money with fit for purpose...

  • Buying Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Bestway Full time

    **We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Buying Assistant to join our Buying team.** As our Buying Assistant you will facilitate the accurate maintenance of the Price and Promotional files across all products for the business. **Your main responsibilities**: - Supporting the buyer and wider buying team as required in all administrative aspects of...

  • Buying Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Bestway Full time

    _**We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced administrator to join our Commercial Team as a Buying Assistant.**_ As our Buying Assistant you will facilitate the accurate maintenance of the Price and Promotional files across all products for the business. **Your main responsibilities**: - Acting as the first point of contact for...

  • Buying Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Bestway Retail Full time

    **Job Title**: Buying Assistant **Employment type**:Permanent - Full Time **Location**:Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, UK **City/Town**: Fenton **Postcode**:ST4 2FL **Salary**: Competitive, plus company benefits **_We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced administrator to join our Commercial Team as a Buying Assistant._** As our...

  • Buying Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom Bestway Retail Full time

    **Job Title**: Buying Assistant **Employment type**:Permanent - Full Time **Location**:Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent, UK **City/Town**: Fenton **Postcode**:ST4 2FL **Salary**: Competitive **_We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and experienced administrator to join our Commercial Team as a Buying Assistant._** As our Buying Assistant you...

  • Regional Procurement Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom Mitsubishi Chemical Full time

    Regional Procurement Coordinator The Mitsubishi Chemical Group is a specialty materials provider with an unwavering commitment to forging innovative solutions. We possess extensive expertise and leadership in material science within the core market segments of Mobility, Digital, Food and Healthcare. By providing advanced chemistry-based solutions our 70,000...