Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Buyer to develop, drive and implement Best Total Cost across all product categories. They will assist in achieving pre-determined Key Performance Indicators, and constantly review and manage the development and introduction of new products.
Client Details
Our client is a market leader in their industry. They pride themselves on the quality of their product and are highly respected within the Hull region, having operated for over 75 years
Description
· Year on year cost reduction based on pre-determined Key Performance Indicators
· Drive and delivery of best ‘Total Cost of Acquisition’
· Development and implementation of top level commodity strategies
· Working closely with current and new supply chains to drive and develop key strategic projects
· Sourcing and approval of new suppliers
· Development and implementation of new products working closely with Supplier Quality Assurance team and assisting in the completion of the Initial Sample Inspection Report process
· Work with Supply partners to achieve Lean Manufacturing objectives
· Working with current and new suppliers to develop commercial and service level agreements
· Control and development of supplier relations
· Work with key internal stakeholders to bring about improvements in the supply chain
· Hold and facilitate regular supply review meetings both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
· Conduct supplier and commodity risk assessments, developing robust contingency plans
Profile
A successful Category Buyer should have:
· CIPS qualified desirable or working towards
· Experience within a Manufacturing / Engineering environment
· Minimum 3 year’s experience within a Procurement role
· Experience with lean manufacturing techniques
· Control and development of a supplier portfolio of greater than £2 million
· Consistently achieved year on year cost savings (3% of total supplier turnover)
· Driven and implemented strategic projects resulting in savings of > £100k per annum
· Ability to undertake effective supplier audits and reviews
· Understanding of key financial accounting information
· Organisational awareness and the ability to influence senior executives
· Excellent stakeholder management
· Demonstrable influencing and negotiating skills
· Commercial awareness
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
· Commitment to working as part of a team
· Good level of IT skills and experience of MRP systems and processes
· Effective planning and organisational skills
Job Offer
- A competitive salary between £35,000- £45,000 depending on experience.
- The chance to work for a respected company in the industrial/manufacturing sector.
- 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays.
- A supportive and dedicated team environment.
This Category Buyer position offers a unique opportunity to further your career in the industrial/manufacturing sector in Hull. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.
