Recruit4Staff are pleased to be representing their client, a leading Manufacturing company in their search for a Senior Buyer to work in their expanding facility in Telford. For the successful Senior Buyer our client is offering: The starting salary is negotiable depending on experienceDays based role 8:30am - 5:15pm with a 4:15pm finish on FridaysPermanent positionFree on site parkingEV charging scheme25 days holiday bank holidaysPension schemeThis position is fully Office based and will not involve Hybrid workingHealthcare scheme The Role - Senior Buyer: Strategic sourcing of materials, management procurement processes and optimizing cost without compromising on qualityParticipate in developing and executing procurement strategies for the GroupNegotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.Ensuring timely delivery of materials and services from vendors.Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.Conducting spend analysis and market research to stay updated on spend development and match with industryAssess, manage, and mitigate risks associated with supply contracts and agreementsControl spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costsForecast price and market trends to identify changes in buyer-supplier powerFind and implement new suppliersDevelop and implement best practices and innovations to improve efficiency and effectiveness of procurement processesMaintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. What our client is looking for in a Senior Buyer: Demonstrates 5 years working in a Senior Buying role Experienced working within a fast paced Manufacturing/Engineering based businessAdditional certification is highly advantageous CPP or CPSMStrong negotiation skillsAble to handle complex procurement tasks Key Skills or Similar Job Titles: Senior Buyer, Senior Purchaser, Senior Materials Buyer, Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Procurement Executive, Strategic Senior Buyer, Supply Chain ManagementCommutable from: Telford, Shrewsbury, Wolverhampton, Halesfield, Stafford Park, Hortonwood, Cannock, Bridgnorth, Kidderminster, Wombourne, Much Wenlock, Newport, Market Drayton For further information about this and other positions please apply now. This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff Wrexham Limited who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.VAJB