Buyer

4611006
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Chepstow
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Procurement
  • Industry

    Pharmaceuticals
  • Pay

    £30,000 - £35,000

Buyer

Your new company

This is a really great opportunity for someone with buying experience with a manufacturing background, to join a growing yet established company who work on a variety of commercial projects, where you will get full internal training and progression up to Senior Buyer.

Your new role

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and category teams to understand their indirect procurement requirements and develop sourcing strategies to meet those needs.
  • Conduct market research to identify potential/alternative suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favourable terms and pricing agreements.
  • Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluating proposals, and selecting vendors.
  • Effectively manage notifications of changes from suppliers with stakeholder support.
  • Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure effective communication and resolve any issues promptly.
  • Monitor supplier performance, address any issues or concerns, and implement corrective actions as necessary to ensure consistent delivery of quality goods and services.
  • Work closely with the internal stakeholders to track and analyse spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new materials and service introductions, cost-reduction projects, and other strategic initiatives.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in procurement to continuously improve processes and optimise supply chain performance.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Experience in procurement, preferably in manufacturing.
  • Experience with indirect procurement categories is preferred.
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end projects and achieving total cost of ownership savings.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in risk management and supplier relationship management resulting in successful outcomes.
  • Sound understanding of commercial procurement procedures and practices, encompassing negotiation skills and contract law.

What you'll get in return

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme

What you need to do now

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