The Bertrandt Group has been providing development solutions for the international automotive and aviation industries as well as the mechanical and plant engineering, energy, medical technology and electronics industries in Europe, China and the USA for more than 40 years. Our employees guarantee extensive know-how, sustainable project solutions and a high level of customer orientation. Indirect Buyer Location: SS15 6NP, Laindon Indirect Buyer Workplace: SS15 6NP, Laindon What to expect: Bertrandt is an independent and international development service provider with long years of automotive expertise. With cross-industry know-how and a holistic understanding of systems and products, we create technological solutions at any stage of the product development process. We deal with a focus on hot topics such as digitalization, e-mobility and autonomous systems, mainly for the automotive, aerospace and mechanical engineering sectors, and consistently facilitate the development of tailored solutions in these areas. Our goal: to accelerate technological progress and make a relevant contribution to a sustainable future. We work on this every day – with around 14,000 employees at more than 50 sites worldwide. We are supporting various customers worldwide. We are recruiting for a Indirect Buyer for our customer. Position description: Buyer responsible for working with internal stakeholders on procurement of Indirect goods & services – specifically sourcing/ monitoring an Integrated Facility Management (IFM) service contract with an external vendor at multiple locations. Responsibilities include issuing orders, annual contract renewals, negotiating pricing or cost saving opportunities, monitoring supplier performance through KPI’s (existing or to be developed), investigating issues and proposing issue resolution/ performance improvement strategies with stakeholders. What you bring along: Skills required: Seeking an individual who is highly flexible, self-motivated, and an independent worker Excellent English skills mandatory Fully competent with Microsoft Office Tools Excellent numerical & analytical skills and the ability to collect & analyse highly complex data Knowledge of SAP Ariba procurement system Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities Skills preferred: Negotiation skills very advantageous Strong interpersonal skills including relationship building; Experience of working in cross functional teams is highly beneficial Knowledge of Purchasing policies, procedures and systems Other European languages advantageous but not essential Experience required: Contract management experience Experience preferred: Knowledge of Indirect Purchasing Education required: Degree or relevant experience required Education preferred: Technical education/ experience Additional information: Role to be based at Laindon, Essex, working a hybrid work pattern, in a team where minimum 60% office attendance is requested. Leader may be in another location/ country. Position is confirmed inside IR35. Successful candidates need to be eligible to work in the UK. What we offer: An interesting and varied role with an expanding international company, recognised for its industry expertise, company culture supporting teamwork and creativity. Contact: Heidi Williams Tel.: 01268564300 Contact: Heidi Williams Tel.: 01268564300