Procurement Buyer

2 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Oyster Recruitment Limited Full time

Our client, a dynamic and innovative organisation with an enviable reputation are seeking a talented and experienced Commercial Procurement Buyer to join their team in Derby.


If you are a proactive self-starter, passionate about procurement and excel in negotiating the best deals this opportunity is with a business that is a household name and a national treasure as well as being is a superb place to work


As a Commercial Procurement Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement to meet the company’s operational needs. You will play a key role in ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and efficiency, while maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.


Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to identify and plan procurement activities
  • Manage tender processes, including documentation, supplier negotiations, and relationship management
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they are accountable for meeting continuous improvement and productivity targets
  • Monitor procurement progress and provide updates on active projects.
  • Provide support to the team in managing processes, cross-functional training and risk management
  • Generate management reports, information, and analytics for decision-making


Experience Required:

  • Strong background in commercial and procurement frameworks, with proven process improvement skills
  • Self-starter with expertise in Procurement and Category Management; knowledge of financial management is a plus
  • Experience in building and managing key supplier relationships
  • Ability to develop and implement comprehensive category strategies and strategic sourcing opportunities
  • Strong negotiation skills and a history of delivering cost savings
  • Proficient in supplier categorisation, performance management and the sourcing lifecycle
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel; experience with bid writing software is desirable


Benefits:

  • Personalised induction and training programme
  • Health Cover
  • Life Assurance
  • Option to work Hybrid after probation period
  • Onsite gym with free exercise classes
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Subsidised restaurant
  • 26 days holiday + bank holidays



If you are looking for a fresh and rewarding career venture with a successful business, then apply now


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