Senior Buyer

Butler Rose are currently working with a renowned manufacturer based in Plymouth, who are currently seeking a talented Senior Buyer with expertise in managing direct spend to join their dynamic team.

The Role:
As a Senior Buyer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely supply of purchased materials and services, while maintaining cost-effectiveness, safety, and quality. Your responsibilities will include:

- Owning and managing the total cost of ownership and supplier relationships for designated commodity groups, with a supplier spend ranging from £10-30m (depending on experience and commodity group ownership).
- Conducting strategic sourcing activities and leading ongoing Supplier Relationship Management initiatives for all suppliers in the assigned category group.
- Collaborating with Operations and other stakeholders across the business to drive continuous improvement in the supply of goods and services.
- Analysing commodity and market pricing to make informed decisions.
- Negotiating and constructing supply contracts.
- Sourcing business-wide services and non-production materials.
- Assessing make vs. buy options and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Evaluating multiple market solutions, including low-cost country sourcing opportunities.

To Excel in This Role

To be successful in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

- A minimum of 3 years of procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing background such as Automotive or FMCG industries.
- CIPS or equivalent qualifications would be preferred, but not essential.
- Familiarity with business enterprise resource planning (ERP) and procurement technologies would be desirable.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills at all levels, with the ability to deliver compelling presentations and embrace change.

What is on Offer:
Work-Life Balance:
My client understands the importance of work-life balance, which is why they offer a hybrid role with the flexibility to work from home part of the week.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.