Senior Buyer

1 month ago


Surrey, United Kingdom Hays Full time

[12-month FTC] Senior Buyer for an Automotive Manufacturer, salary circa £57,000. Job ref. #4539463


Your new company

Complex Manufacturing Company looking for a 12-month fixed term contract Senior Buyer role.


Your new role

  • Strategic purchasing, managing multimillion £ spend
  • Developing and implementing category strategies
  • Overseeing supplier contracts, negotiations and relationship management
  • Cost and risk mitigation


What you'll need to succeed

  • Direct purchasing experience within Automotive or Complex Industrial Manufacturing environments
  • Experienced in managing supplier relationships and conflict resolution
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to commute for supplier visits


What you'll get in return

  • Vibrant and fast-paced work environment, open company culture
  • Hybrid work system, only 3 days onsite a week
  • Excellent welfare benefits including pension and private medical insurance
  • Salary up to £57,000 + benefits


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please email your updated CV to Mandy.Lynn@hays.com with your current salary, desired salary, notice period and post code.


**Applicable candidates must have a Right to Work in U.K.


If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career.



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