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Buyer - Strategic Sourcing

1 month ago

Littlehampton, United Kingdom Nicholson Hird Full time
We are delighted to represent a prestigious, multinational manufacturing organisation in their appointment of a Buyer working on several key projects to galvanise sourcing strategies for an electronic/electromechanical product range, working with a diverse international supplier base.
The buyer will act as a lead on the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, working hand in glove with the materials team to ensure robust plans for sourcing goods in a sustainable and timely manner, and ultimately a positive customer and supplier experience, and optimum financial performance.
Key skills
* CIPS qualified or equivalent degree level qualification - OR working towards CIPS
* Professional procurement specialist with previous experience as a buyer in an complex multilayered component engineering or manufacturing setting
* Previous experience in sourcing in the following categories – metalwork, electronics, electrical components, chemicals – would be useful
* Experience in sourcing, and auditing suppliers, formulating sound agreements and with understanding of contract law
* Previously involved in procurement on an international scale with knowledge of global markets
* Strong commercial acumen, highly numerate and with superb negotiation skills
* Some travel to other EMEA locations will be required on an infrequent basis
Ultimately, we seek an procurement professional who will relish the challenge of building a reliable and risk-free supply chain
This role will be based in Littlehampton and is mainly office based with one day per week home working if preferred.
Package to include generous bonus and pension schemes
Excellent opportunities for career growth on an international scale, ability to help develop and shape a procurement strategy with a business that aspires to be the best of the best and has delivered growth year on year

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