Buyer

The LYCRA Company has built a leading position in the Apparel industry over the years via a continuous stream of value-adding fiber, fabric, or garment innovations enabled and supported by a network of strategic partners across the entire value chain. This contributed to making the LYCRA brand a unique asset that still powers today one of the most iconic and valuable corporate franchises in the Apparel industry. It is all reflected in our corporate vision: enhancing life through innovative garment solutions.

We are seeking a
Buyer
tojoinandstrengthenourEuropeanProcurementTeamtosupportour manufacturing- and Satellite Offices, working from our site in Maydown.

Reporting to our Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will have the following:

Responsibilities

• Reliably execute assigned Purchase to Pay transactions in SAP for raw materials, packaging, indirect materials and services as required by our manufacturing facilities Maydown and Kerkrade, Satellite Offices and business stakeholders.
• Review daily MRP stock replenishment for Central Stores and involve Operations as required.
• Support MRP-Controllers for direct materials ensuring a reliable supply chain.
• Expedite overdue purchase orders with vendors and liaise with requisitioners.
• Resolve invoice payment issues with Accounts Payable, vendors and within our organisation.
• Create and expedite change requests for Vendor Master Data in our Global Data Repository.
• Renew periodic outline agreements and annual purchase order in SAP.
• Drive Purchase to Pay transactional efficiency through automation, Ariba utilization and process enhancement.
• Utilize SAP Ariba functionally, including Sourcing, Catalogues and Contract management.
• Manage and negotiate purchase agreements while using our companys contract templates to access risk and provide the best path to support the business.
• Manage supplier relationships including overseeing and rating quality performance based on KPIs.
• Utilize reporting tools to analyse data for savings and drive improvement opportunities.
• Ensure purchasing practices are fully aligned with our companys polices, internal financial controls and compliance requirements.
• Creating, executing, and tracking projects to support the team and business in its goals for generating savings and working capital improvements.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Procurement or related fields OR a minimum of 3 years experience in a Buyer role.
• Proficient in computer applications including, MS Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organisational, communication, negotiation and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously on multiple items at once with minimal supervision to meet required deadlines.
• Legal right to work in the UK, without the requirement for The LYCRA Company to act as a Visa Sponsor.
• Team oriented and comfortable working / interacting with different departments at all different levels.

Desirable

• Proficiency in SAP, experience with SAP Purchase to Pay (or similar ERP-system) and SAP Ariba functionality. Previous Procurement/Sourcing/Supply Chain experience (3+ years).
• Experience working in an international chemical manufacturing organisation or related industry.
• Technical education and/or experience enabling enhanced communications internally and externally.
• Knowledge of BI and/or Power-BI.

All the above criteria may be further enhanced to shortlist for interview.
Please note: The onboarding process will include a pre-placement medical and background reference check.

Closing date for completed application forms for this role is the
25th November 2025.
Skills
Microsoft Office Analytical Skills Organisational Skills Strong Communication

Benefits
Medical Aid / Health Care Pension Fund Group Life Assurance Parking Performance Bonus