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Senior Buyer - 6 Month FTC

Holt Executive
Posted 16 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Pulborough, West Sussex RH202LW, England

Salary

£40,000 - £42,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are seeking a Senior Buyer for a 6 Month FTC with a leading Defence company, offering a salary of £45,000 to £55,000 per year.
  • The role involves overseeing procurement operations, strengthening supplier relationships, and conducting supplier audits to align with strategic goals.
  • Candidates should possess strong analytical abilities and have at least 5 years of experience in technical procurement, particularly with engineering and machined parts.
  • The ideal applicant will have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and demonstrate the company's values of teamwork and integrity.
  • The position offers a 37.5-hour work week, hybrid working options, and generous leave including a holiday purchasing scheme.
We are thrilled to partner with a leading Defence company to offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join their Purchasing team on a 6 Month FTC. In this role, you will be key to executing the supply chain strategy and cultivating strong, risk-mitigated supply partnerships to ensure the effective delivery of high-quality products and services, while minimizing ownership costs.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management:

  • Oversee procurement operations for an engineering-focused supplier portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

  • Cultivate and strengthen supplier relationships, exploring opportunities to add greater value and enhance the performance of a dynamic, agile supply chain.

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement in all procurement processes and supplier interactions.

  • Lead business reviews, assessing supplier performance and setting objectives for improvement to meet business goals.

  • Regularly assess risks and conduct supplier audits, ensuring ongoing alignment of supplier investments with company strategies.

  • Apply problem-solving techniques to drive meaningful improvements in supplier performance, addressing issues at their core.

  • Identify and source new suppliers capable of meeting complex specifications and commercial expectations.

  • Support the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to accommodate evolving needs and requirements.

  • Prepare and issue RFIs and RFQs, providing comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and ROI recommendations.

  • Manage changes in supplier relationships, including onboarding, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract duration.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

  • Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced IT skills.

  • Experience in technical procurement, including engineering and machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Desirable:

  • Experience working within integrated project management teams.

  • Experience in forming and structuring contracts.

  • CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.

Personal Attributes:

  • Demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.

  • A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to engage with cross-functional teams.

  • Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

  • Proactive and results-driven, capable of planning, executing, and monitoring procurement activities to achieve supply chain goals.

  • Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.

Work Life Balance:

  • 37.5-hour working week.

  • Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.

  • Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.

  • 28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.

  • Holiday purchasing scheme.

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