A specialist automotive/motorsport manufacturer is recruiting an experienced Senior Buyer to work from their Leicestershire headquarters. You will take responsibility for a particular category and selection of suppliers to ensure that high-quality parts and components are delivered OTIF to enable Production targets to be met.
Competitive salary with benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Discounts, and Healthcare. They also offer strong career development and will provide you with career opportunities.
Responsibilities:
1. Supporting the company's growth by enabling profit through effective sourcing.
2. Reducing supplier lead time whilst ensuring they maintain the high standards expected.
3. Deliver a strategy for your category to ensure that both general production and new model manufacturing can be fulfilled.
4. Identify cost saving opportunities within your specific category.
Minimum Requirements:
1. Previous experience as a Category Buyer, Senior Buyer, or Project Buyer within a manufacturing business, ideally within the automotive industry.
2. Experience in New Product Introduction.
3. Proven negotiation skills and an in-depth understanding of commercial terms.
4. Far East sourcing experience.
5. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
6. Ability to work under pressure.
7. Experience purchasing a range of materials, components, and parts.
8. Worked with a range of MER/ERP systems.
If you would like to apply, please submit your CV.
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