Exciting Opportunity for a Strategic Sourcing Buyer in Ipswich: Expand Your Horizons!
Our client, an esteemed engineering and manufacturing company based in Ipswich, is looking for a skilled and experienced strategic sourcing buyer who will help them to expand their horizons. The successful candidate will be responsible for international procurement, commodities management, global supply chain strategy development, and much more.
Qualifications Required for Strategic Sourcing Buyer Role:
We are seeking a highly qualified candidate with a Bachelor's degree or higher qualification, certification or experience with CIPS preferred, and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.
Skills:
International Procurement:
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the principles and practices involved in procuring goods from overseas suppliers. They must also possess excellent negotiation skills when dealing with various vendors across different continents. Additionally, they should be familiar with customs regulations and understand how to navigate international trade laws.
Engineering & Manufacturing:
A deep understanding of engineering processes such as design and manufacture is essential, along with any comprehension regarding production techniques and materials that are commonly utilized within this sector. They should also have experience in working with suppliers who manufacture bespoke items, as well as those that provide standard components.
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