Procurement Heads is excited to partner with a Basingstoke based manufacturer to recruit a Strategic Buyer. This is a successful and growing business with an exceptional team culture. They are looking for a competent Buyer who prides themselves on their procurement initiative and eye for strategic improvements. Hybrid working Mon-Thursday on site in Basingstoke. Fridays work from home. Role overview: This role will involve delivering raw components to meet a planned production schedule, sourcing new suppliers, negotiating terms, and supporting the business with adhoc purchasing in relation to their indirect spend. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project buying, supplier selection, as well as advanced Excel experience. Key responsibilities: Sourcing suppliers for equipment, goods and services ( Key Commodity spend; Mechanical & Electronic components, Metals, Plastic) Negotiating pricing and terms of supply. Creating purchase orders based on MRP results daily. Monitoring and forecasting upcoming levels of demand, to ensure the most efficient order quantities Working with the technical team on New Product Developments to obtain pricing and determine supplier selection. Carrying out supplier audits and performance management Skills & experience: Experience of a purchase/demand MRP systems Experience of supplier selection and management. Experience of expediting, progress chasing and pro-actively managing suppliers. Good working knowledge of Excel Good interpersonal skills and a teamwork mentality Attention to detail, and an excellent work ethic