Job Description
Oxford Nanopore Technologies is a leading biotechnology company headquartered at the Oxford Science Park, UK. With satellite offices globally, we employ experts from diverse fields.
We pioneered real-time, scalable sequencing technology for DNA and RNA analysis. Our goal is to enable anyone to analyze any living organism anywhere.
The Category Buyer will develop sourcing strategies across business areas to support ONT product manufacturing. This role focuses on reducing risk, improving service levels, and minimizing supply chain costs.
We seek a motivated Category Buyer to join our Procurement team. This exciting role involves devising and implementing procurement strategies across various categories.
Reporting to the Associate Director - Direct Procurement, the successful candidate will:
* Run procurement processes, including contract management and RFI/RFQ processes, to secure products and services at optimal prices without compromising quality or delivery times.
* Monitor commodity trends and product availability.
* Manage supplier relationships and performance across risk, quality, service, and cost.
* Identify and research potential new products and suppliers.
* Assess total costs of ownership of the supplier portfolio.
* Develop and implement strategies for procuring products or services to meet business requirements, with support from the wider supply chain management team.
* Lead supplier development/contractual performance and metrics reviews.
* Manage ERP systems and databases reporting.
* Maintain a supplier compliance framework aligned with business policies and regulatory requirements.
* Build relationships across the business.
Requirements:
* 1-2 years of experience in procurement/purchasing/supply chain roles.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Self-motivated and able to demonstrate strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
* Recent graduates with degrees in procurement/purchasing/supply chain may also apply.
We offer an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare, and a competitive salary based in beautiful surroundings. If you want to utilize your skills to make a difference, consider joining us.
We are committed to equality and diversity in recruitment. Every candidate will be assessed based on their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the job duties.