Buyer
Automotive
Location: West Midlands
Salary: £40,000
Benefits
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a forward thinking organisation. This role is pivotal in monitoring and managing supplier performance in line with both Direct and Indirect category strategies. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in purchasing, implementing and maintaining procurement excellence while contributing to the organisation’s overall objectives.
Key Responsibilities
* Purchasing across direct and indirect categories.
* Monitor and report supplier performance against defined category strategies.
* Provide training to the supplier base on key processes and policies.
* Support the delivery of procurement strategies.
* Negotiate with suppliers to optimise value delivery.
* Support sourcing initiatives.
* Collaborate with strategic suppliers.
* Act as a high-performing team member aligned with category strategies and business objectives.
Key Qualifications and Experience
* Experience in the automotive / manufacturing sector with experience in purchasing.
* Knowledge / experience in tooling and assembly procurement preferred.
* Familiarity with working with suppliers overseas and managing associated challenges.
* Strong understanding of QAFs (Quality Assurance Frameworks) and data analysis.
* CIPS qualification or working towards it.
* Engineering qualifications are an advantage.
If this role aligns with your experience we would love to discuss the role and your experiences further and look forward to your application / cv.