Senior Buyer

Job Title: Senior Buyer

Location: Rochester, Kent - On-site 4+ days per week

Role Type: Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience

Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.

Our client, an established electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, require an experienced Senior Buyer to join their multi-disciplined team.

Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance.

What the role of the Senior Buyer entails:

Some of the main duties of the Senior Buyer will include:

• Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers
• Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships
• Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation
• Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs, and address issues at a senior level
• Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system
• Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management
• Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans

What experience you need to be the successful Senior Buyer:

Essential:

• Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing
• Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships
• Experience with Terms & Conditions

Desirable:

• HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent
• CIPS qualified

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Buyer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!