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Category Buyer

2 months ago

East Ella, United Kingdom Elevation Recruitment Group Full time

Elevation Recruitment, Procurement and Supply Chain Division are delighted to be partnered with a fast paced manufacturing business, in the search and selection of a Buyer - Capex, within their Procurement Team.



All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.

Main Responsibilities for Buyer - Capex

  • Support the Department in delivering its Strategic Objectives, taking responsibility for engaging with stakeholders to ensure early engagement and a teaming approach throughout the Procurement Lifecycle.
  • Responsible for managing and delivering multiple sourcing strategies. This will include but not be limited to:
  • Sourcing activities which generate benefits and achieve financial savings targets.
  • Ensuring procurement activities align with the business Purpose.
  • Market analysis and creation of markets where necessary.
  • Identification of internal and external cost drivers.
  • Preparation of tender documentation and agreement of associated evaluation criteria.
  • Drafting and negotiation of Supply Chain contract Terms and Conditions, ensuring Terms are integrated appropriately.
  • Support the bid process to ensure any sub-contract requirements are understood and underpinned as necessary.
  • Lead cross functional Sourcing Teams to undertake compliant procurements in accordance with the approved Sourcing Strategy, ensuring the team are aware of and adhere to their responsibilities.
  • Negotiate contractual agreements with suppliers to ensure that service, quality, cost, security of supply and the deployment of the supplier capabilities in innovation are secured.


The Ideal Candidate - Essential Criteria for Buyer - Capex:

  • CIPS qualified / Degree level of Education
  • Experience in non repeatable procurement including a variety of procurement routes and knowledge of exemptions.
  • Extensive experience in drafting and implementing multiple forms of contract.
  • Strong negotiating and influencing skills at all levels.
  • Able to hold people to account and lead cross functional teams.
  • Able to manage multiple projects running in parallel through exceptional priority / time management.
  • Significant previous procurement experience with responsibility for delivery of procurement sourcing strategies.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills.