Senior Procurement Specialist

5 days ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom JCB Full time
Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Buyer to join our team at JCB. As a Senior Buyer, you will play a key role in developing and implementing global category strategies to support our manufacturing operations in the UK, India, USA, China, and Brazil.

Your focus will include:

  • Developing and implementing global category strategies to support our manufacturing operations
  • Engaging and negotiating with suppliers globally to optimise value
  • Working closely with internal stakeholders, particularly Product Development Engineers, to identify, evaluate, and adopt new technologies
About You

You will bring a unique blend of interpersonal and analytical skills, allowing you to successfully negotiate and influence internal stakeholders and suppliers.

You are results-driven and take ownership of projects, striving to achieve success.

You consider different perspectives to comprehensively define business requirements and develop creative strategies to achieve these.

You have a can-do attitude and are resilient and adaptable, essential in a fast-moving environment.

What We Offer

This is an exciting opportunity to join a company that values expertise and real employee care. At JCB, you will receive a competitive salary, 33 days' holiday, and access to our company pension.

You will also enjoy our onsite gym, in-house doctor, dentist, and visiting optician. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees, as well as the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers.

Feel like biking to work? We have a Cycle to Work Scheme.

JCB: Building a Brighter Future

We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.



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