Job Description

My client are on the look out for a 6 Month FTC Buyer to join a fast paced manufacturing procurement team Client Details

My client are a global business, who manufacture speciality products

They are passionate about their people, and will support long term development Description

This Category Buyer role - Manufacturing in Leicestershire will be responsible for:

Analysing trends in their categories and advise on the most suitable sources for upcoming programmes

They will also ensure cross functional collaboration with product, design, and Quality Control (QC) teams to arrive at balanced/considered outcomes

Supporting Company's continued success and growth

Reducing BOM and development costs

Maintaining and building on the current high-quality standards

Reducing development lead-times and, identifying efficiencies within the production process

Identifying new market technologies and driving their implementation to enhance product line up

Effectively managing risks and opportunities within the supply chain

Analyse supplier resources to ensure continued development support

Perform category management including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract,performance and risk management

Evaluate cost data and quotation analyses for supplier selectionsProfile

Previous experience in program purchasing, sourcing or new project development in a manufacturing environment or exposure to aerospace or automotive

Strong experience within a Purchasing/Procurement department

Self-motivated and resilient

Flexible and adaptable

Able to work under pressure

Excellent communication skills, clear and concise written and verbal skills and ability to write coherent reports.

SAP/ERP experience

Excel exposureJob Offer

4 days on site, 1 day from home

Salary flexible based on experience

Possible permanent role

Discounts on company shop

Fantastic working environment and culture