Job Role: Category BuyerContract: 12 monthsHybrid working between Peterlee & SkinningroveHourly rate through umbrella Inside IR35The main function of Indirect Purchasing is to purchase machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. A typical Indirect Purchasing agent is responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organization.The Category Buyer is responsible for the purchase of machinery, equipment, parts, or services necessary for the operation of an establishment. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Key Assignment Activities:Implement and review P2P process, using guideline from Peterlee.Align local procurement compliance procedure to corporate procedures, using Peterlee as guideline. Stabilise and clean the supply base in line with Peterlee strategy. Remaining Assignment Activities:Support execution of category strategy for Tailored Categories. Develop and manage suppliers performance (QCLDM), support OPACC improvement agenda (OIA)Gain deep understanding of supply base in Europe and become a trusted advisor to internal customers.Managing policies, agreements, source catalogues, and special purchasing programsProvide leadership for sourcing, logistics and resource management decisions.Lead continuous improvement initiatives and liaison with corresponding Category Buyers from other regions.Daily tasks such as but not limited to Invoice grief, Supplier shortages, Expediting materials.Responsible for the management of PO s, in line with company compliance Regulations. Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for changes. Liaise between Customers and Buyers in challenging situations.Administration relating to Procurement and purchasing of indirect materials.To integrate supplier Catalogues, including negotiation and commercial agreementManage Procurement metrics with the support of GEP External Provider (Procurement lead time etc).Skills, experience & qualifications you will have:MCIPS qualified or working to achieve or equivalent experience in a Buying or Purchasing role. Previous experience within a Buying or Purchasing role.Experience in developing working relationship with others inside and outside the department.English (advanced level); MS Office (Excel); good communications skills











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