Job Title: Indirect Buyer
Salary: £Excellent
Benefits: To be discussed at interview
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Worcester, Worcestershire
Job Start date: ASAP
We’re supporting our client, a global, leading manufacturer based in Worcester, who are looking for an Indirect Buyer to join their growing team. The successful Indirect Buyer will have previous experience in Indirect Purchasing, as well as a bachelor’s degree in business or related areas.
Job Summary: As an Indirect Buyer, you will be responsible for purchasing goods and services that are necessary for day-to-day operations but are not directly used in the production of products. Such as office supplies, IT equipment, SAAS, Marketing etc. Essentially the Indirect Buyer will manage a spend category of >$10M in order to keep the business running smoothly while focusing on cost reduction and supplier management.
Responsibilities for Indirect Buyer:
* Sourcing suppliers – Finding and evaluating potential vendors for indirect purchases, negotiating contracts and pricing
* Cost management – Analysing spending patterns, identifying cost savings opportunities and managing the total cost of ownership for indirect purchases
* Contract management – Ensuring compliance with supplier contracts and managing contract renewals
* Identifying needs – Working with different departments and regions within the company to understand their needs for In...