Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Team as a Strategic Buyer in Ipswich!
Are you an experienced and dynamic Strategic Buyer looking for a new challenge? Look no further!
Our client, a leading Engineering & Manufacturing company, is seeking someone with expertise to manage their direct and indirect procurement activities. Based in the beautiful city of Ipswich, this role offers an exciting opportunity for the right candidate.
Responsibilities of Strategic Buyer:
Strategic Sourcing - As the commodity buyer, you will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies that support the overall objectives of the organization while driving down costs. Your expertise in strategic sourcing will be invaluable in achieving this.
New Product Development - Working closely with cross-functional teams to identify new product opportunities, you'll play a pivotal role in bringing these ideas from concept through production launch. Your ability to collaborate effectively with different departments will help ensure the success of new product development.
Commodity Management - Your experience working within commodities such as metals or electronics is key here where you'll have responsibility over supplier evaluation/selection/negotiation. Your expertise in commodity management will help ensure that the organization has reliable suppliers at the best possible prices.
Travel- The position requires frequent travel (approximately 25%) both domestically throughout Europe but al...