Summary: The Senior Buyer for Raw Materials will play a crucial role in a blue-chip manufacturing environment, focusing on procurement and stakeholder relationship management to achieve Group Purchasing objectives. This position requires expertise in sourcing strategies, contract negotiation, and financial evaluation. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of materials and driving cost reduction initiatives. The role offers an opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and innovative company culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Influence key internal stakeholder relationships to drive delivery of Group Purchasing objectives.
• Procure a portfolio of materials within a category.
• Develop and execute portfolio sourcing strategies that meet business requirements.
• Deliver on KPIs relating to cost, cash, quality, service, and continuity of supply.
• Identify and implement material price reduction projects.

Key Skills:

• Confident negotiation skills.
• Knowledge in procurement strategy.
• Technical understanding of category materials or services.
• Proven project management skills.
• Experience in contract writing and negotiation.
• Ability in financial evaluation and forecasting.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Manchester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other