Commodity Buyer

2 days ago


Birmingham, United Kingdom Hozelock Exel Full time

**Duties & Responsibilities**:

- Supplier selection and annual contract negotiation.
- Ensure components /materials are supplied to satisfy manufacturing.
- Supplier development. SRM (Supplier Relationship Management)
- Identify potential ways to reduce costs. VFM (Value for Money)
- Cross functional support to other departments e.g Design, Marketing, Finance, Planning, Distribution and Engineering.
- Management and support for both/and or Direct or Indirect purchases over £1000.
- Supplier visits and assessments, UK and overseas (as and when required).
- Reduce material lead times.
- Deliver VA/VE savings. ( Value Added/Value Engineering)
- Deliver PPV (Purchase Price Variations ) savings in line with annual targets.
- Supplier rationalisation. SRM (Supply Relationship Management)
- Maintain commodity price tracker.
- Support Purchasing Director in specific projects as required.
- Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities as defined in the company health and safety policy and ensure these are adequately delegated in the absence of the job holder.
- and any other duties required to assist in supporting the achievement of Company objectives

**Person Profile**:

- Team Player
- Ability to manage seasonal work pressures and demands and demonstrate flexibility.
- Organised and self-motivated.
- Positive,” can-do attitude”.
- Good negotiation skills.
- Professional approach. CIPS qualified an advantage.
- Ability to establish relationships with supplier base.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Good computer skills.
- Basic understanding of contract law.

**Educationand/or Experience**
- Graduate /HND level
- Ideally CIPS qualified.
- SAP Experience.
- 3-5 years direct purchasing experience.
- Background in fast moving/high volume manufacturing.
- Experience in International sourcing.
- VA/VE skills.
- Track record of achieving cost reductions.
- Product knowledge e.g., packaging, rubber mouldings, fastenings, plastic materials.

Qui sommes nous ?

Hozelock has combined a knowledge and passion for gardening with a pride in craftsmanship, for over 60 years. Furthermore, Hozelock specialise in finding and meeting the needs of gardening and gardeners. Also, the comprehensive range of
**watering**,
**spraying, plant protection** &
**pond solutions **helps gardens to flourish & come to life. We also offer a range of
**spare parts** for our Hozelock products.


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