Senior Buyer
We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Buyer / Procurement Manager / Sourcing Manager to join a thriving and dynamic team within a leading pan-European business. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional to play a key role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating favourable terms, sourcing new products and suppliers, and overseeing inbound transport suppliers, all while ensuring the business remains competitive in the marketplace.
Location: Shrewsbury, Telford, Wem, Church Stretton, Newport, Market Drayton
Salary: Circa £45,000 per annum + Bonus + Pension + 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays, totalling 32 days) + Employee Assistance Programme + Free On-Site Parking + 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Sourcing & Management: Identify, source, and onboard new products and suppliers to meet business needs and evolving market demands.
Supplier Relationship Management: Collaborate closely with the Procurement Director to cultivate and maintain strong supplier partnerships, ensuring reliable and efficient supply chains.
Contract Negotiations: Lead the negotiation of contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure optimal deals.
Cost Analysis: Conduct comprehensive pricing analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure competitive pricing across all procurement activities.
Inbound Transport Management: Oversee inbound transport suppliers, managing re...