Buyer

Working on behalf of our client. We are currently recruiting for a Buyer for a maternity cover contract.

**Key duties**:

- Reporting into the purchasing manager you will be responsible for strategic procurement of purchases for sites in the UK and Europe.
- This role will primarily be focused on the purchase of chemicals but you may be required to support the purchasing of other categories if required.
- To liaise with internal customers and stake holders, across all sites and functions, in a professional manner and to build robust relationships to ensure the satisfactory completion of all tasks assigned.
- Developing robust and professional relationships with external suppliers and customers.
- Negotiation of cost, terms and conditions, implementation of contracts and the setting up of confidentiality and supply agreements.
- Comprehensive analysis on spend, business split, supplier performance and regular reporting with detail.
- Previous experience of purchasing chemicals
- Being able to manage effectively a broad range of suppliers, domestically, European and also globally, across a diverse range of materials.
- Proficiency and accuracy in the use of Excel, Word, Powerpoint and MRP.
- Knowledge of purchasing practices i.e. effective sourcing techniques, cost and contract negotiation and Incoterms.
- Ideally MCIPS qualified or working towards final qualification.

**What our client can offer in return**:

- Working hours - Monday to Friday 8am-4pm / 9am-5pm
- This is a Fixed Term Contract for 15 months to cover Maternity.
- Bonus equivalent to 10% of Salary
- 23 Days Holiday + BH - Increase up to 25 days on length of service
- Enhanced Pension 5%/8%
- Death in Service 2 x annual salary
- Employee Assistance Programme

**Job Type**: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 15 months

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Work Location: In person