Job type
PermanentLocation
KentWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
ProcurementIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
£30,000-35,000 + Bonus and Benefits
FTC Category Buyer, Hybrid in Kent, c. £30,000-35,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Your new company
A Globally Renowned Organisation is looking to recruit a Category Buyer (fixed term contract with **potential to convert) to join their vibrant and fast-paced business. This is not your typical Category Buyer role. This is an incredibly exciting role that requires creative thinking, working with some of the best people in the industry!
**There are current permanent employees who initially joined as on a FTC and were converted!
Your new role
Category Buyer role taking full end-to-end ownership of category strategies, spend analysis
RFI, RFQ, RFP
Supplier sourcing, negotiations and relationship and risk management
Stakeholder engagement
What you'll need to succeed
5 years’ Procurement experience with commercial acumen
Strong communication, negotiation and engagement skills
Proactive identifying cost savings, process improvements / any business concerns
People person, ability to build relationships – culture fit it very important!
What you'll get in return
Opportunity to work with a fantastic organisation that will progress your career
Hybrid work system – only 3 days a week onsite
Great people culture and work environment, open and approachable
Salary £30,000 - 35,000 + bonus and benefits!
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, please email your updated CV to Mandy.Lynn@hays.com with your current salary, expected salary range, notice period and post code.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career.