Senior Buyer

5 days ago

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Innovate Full time

Buyer

My client, an exciting organization who specialises in cutting-edge defence systems and technology solutions for global military applications, are in search of a Buyer to join their Purchasing Team and oversee procurement activities and drive the supply chain strategy. The role will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality products, at the most competitive costs through developing and driving strong supplier partnerships.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide daily leadership, operational guidance, and continuous improvement
  • Perform routine tasks independently and require minimal direction for new projects or assignments.
  • Oversee Procurement processes, standards, and plans, including RFPs, negotiations, and cost analysis.
  • Identify delivery risks, conduct root cause analysis, and develop recovery plans to align shipments with customer needs.
  • Coordinate procurement activities from intent to purchase through delivery.
  • Analyse requirements like specifications, preferred suppliers, and needed delivery dates.
  • Conduct competitive tendering to ensure best value for money.
  • Solicit, evaluate proposals, and issue RFQs and POs per company guidelines.
  • Implement purchase contracts that comply with company and regulatory standards.
  • Provide Purchasing KPIs and hold accountability for team performance.
  • Supported by the Buying Team, ensure timely issuance of purchase orders with terms aligned to program needs.
  • Verify accuracy of Quality, Price, and Leadtime information in ERP systems.
  • Evaluate and qualify potential suppliers, maintaining an approved suppliers list in the ERP system.
  • Advise team and management on appropriate suppliers.
  • Negotiate optimal cost while ensuring quality and schedule requirements.
  • Ensure on-schedule, quality-compliant, and cost-effective material delivery.

Qualifications:

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Well adept with MRP/ERP systems
  • Experience in a technical, engineering and manufacturing buying role
  • CIPS or studying towards would be advantageous

This role presents an excellent opportunity to advance your career in purchasing with an exciting company that provides flexible work arrangements, a competitive salary, and numerous other benefits.

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