Assistant Buyer Specialist
2 weeks ago
In collaboration with the Buyer and under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager, this role is dedicated to managing a specific portfolio of suppliers and commodities, including assisting in overseeing indirect business spend, in alignment with TVS' quality, service, and cost objectives.
Key Responsibilities- Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives contributing to departmental objectives, ensuring alignment with TVS' quality, service, and cost objectives.
- Manage relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to enhance collaboration and performance, fostering value-added relationships with cross-functional departments and suppliers.
- Maintain the Indirect Contracts Log to ensure accurate and up-to-date records, ensuring the day-to-day adherence to purchasing processes and promoting compliance across the organization.
- Prepare comprehensive tender documents for Indirect spend categories with the guidance of the buyers, providing support to operational supply functions in resolving issues and optimizing processes.
- Process Purchase Order Requests for Indirect Spend, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and handle RFQs and other client requests efficiently.
- Provide commercial analysis to inform decision-making, leveraging intermediate proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting, and fostering a professional and ethical approach to business dealings.
- Ensure the portfolio of suppliers and commodities is managed effectively, aligning with TVS' quality, service, and cost objectives.
- Previous experience in developing commodity sourcing strategies with a focus on cost reduction is desirable, with a strong administration skills to manage documentation and processes.
- Excellent communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration, with a commitment to continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.
- Numerate with a keen understanding of financial principles, and commercial awareness to navigate market dynamics and industry trends.
- Team player with the ability to work collaboratively, and results-driven mindset to meet and exceed objectives.
In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills. Your package will include:
- Competitive Salary and pension scheme with life assurance
- 25 Days Holiday (plus 8 statutory Bank Holidays)
- Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available)
- Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness
- Employee referral scheme with financial reward
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship
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