Buyer
Warrington
£27,000 - £30,000
Are you a Buyer or Procurement Analyst with an ambition to develop your Procurement career? Are you looking to step into a more strategic role which will give you exposure to tendering, contracts and category management and support with your CIPS qualification?
Read on for more details on this fantastic opportunity…
What is on offer?
1. The chance to work for a successful, growing business
2. Great offices and working environment
3. Flexible hours and regular hybrid / home working
4. Fantastic benefits package including private healthcare
5. Strong career prospects and investment in professional development
6. Support towards studying CIPS qualification
What will the role involve?
1. Managing the procurement of materials within your category
2. Issuing tenders and analysing supplier responses
3. Analysing cost drivers and tracking relevant commodity prices
4. Agreeing contractual terms with suppliers
5. Undertaking contract management and supplier relationship management activities
6. Delivering cost savings and added value within your category
7. Managing and developing internal and external stakeholder relationships
Ideal Skills and Experience
1. Excellent analytical skills with good working knowledge of MS Excel
2. Previous experience in a procurement / buyer role
3. CIPS qualification, or a willingness to work towards this
4. Strong relationship building / stakeholder engagement skills
5. Commercial acumen
6. Previous experience of tendering and contract negotiation would be an advantage
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