Agratas is currently looking for a Indirect Category Buyer - Logistics & Materials to join our growing Indirect Procurement team and help build our new battery factory. This is a hybrid working role that will be based in Bridgwater, Somerset with ocasional travel to our Coventry office (once per week).
You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing a variety of indirect materials and services necessary to support business operations. This includes Dies and molds, small tools, HSE items, contracts negotiation with Export-import logistic providers, CHAs, 3PL providers, local transporter and other indirect goods and services that contribute to the overall efficiency of the company.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and production, to ensure materials are sourced cost-effectively and in alignment with business needs.
Responsibilities
* Responsible for indirect Purchasing of Capex/Opex Indirect goods and services for an OEM.
* Manage the sourcing portfolio ensuring transparency of awarding.
* Lead and manage the RFI, RFQ, Cost Comparison, Zero based costing, Negotiation & awarding process.
* Establish beneficial working relationships with various internal groups across the organization including various programs, regional/country offices, legal, finance, and others.
* Evaluate supplier capabilities, product quality, pricing, and delivery terms to ensure optimal value for the organization.
* Negotiate and execute contracts for Dies and molds, consumables, small tools, HSE items etc.
* Negotiate and execute Contracts for Export-Import logistics providers, 3PLs, employee transportation, Canteen/food supply, scrap disposal, office/site rents.
* Stay updated on market trends, new suppliers, and innovations in indirect materials. Proactively research and recommend alternative suppliers or products to optimize cost and performance.
* To prepare and propose cost reduction strategies and category plan to Procurement Lead.
* Proactively identify risks and create contingency plan to mitigate risk in supply chain to avoid potential disruption on operations.
Experience
* Proven work experience in Indirect Sourcing, mainly in OPEX function for automobile/Tech Company for Green field or Brown Field Project.
* Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
* Broad Knowledge about Contract finalization.
* Knowledge about legal terms.
* Strong project management.
* Prices trends of Pipe, Valves, fittings from Major OEM
* To work on zero based costing for Fabrication Items
* Solid judgment with ability to make good decisions
* Capable of managing self-activity planning and sorting priorities as per deadlines and work without supervision.
Desired
* Bachelor's Degree – Specialisation in Mechanical Engineering/Automobile Engg
* ERP Systems, SAP, Ariba