Agratas is currently looking for a Indirect Category Buyer
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
- 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