Strategic Buyer

We are currently working with a well-established and growing electronics manufacturing organisation to recruit a Strategic Buyer for their expanding operation in the Thetford area.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business investing in new facilities and ongoing supply chain development, where procurement plays a key role in driving commercial performance.

As a Strategic Buyer, you will be responsible for developing and delivering sourcing strategies across key commodity areas. You will focus on cost optimisation, supplier performance, and building a resilient, high-performing supply chain.

This role will suit someone commercially driven, who enjoys supplier engagement and negotiation, and is comfortable working at both a strategic and operational level.

Key responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans aligned to business objectives
Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management activities
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
Monitor and improve supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Manage procurement activities across designated commodity areas
Support new product introduction and engineering change processes
Identify and onboard new suppliers to support business growth
Manage supplier non-conformances and ensure timely resolution
Maintain accurate procurement data and ensure process compliance
Requirements for the role:

Experience in a Strategic Buyer or Senior Buyer role
Background in electronics or a technical manufacturing environment preferred
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
Experience developing and implementing sourcing or category strategies
CIPS Level 4 or 5, or equivalent experience, desirable
Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
High level of attention to detail with a proactive approach
Benefits:

25 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown
Additional day off for your birthday
Private healthcare and health cash plan
Bonus scheme
Life assurance at four times salary
Employer pension contribution of up to 5%
Option to purchase additional holidays
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to Work scheme
Home and technology salary sacrifice scheme
Additional lifestyle benefitsThis is a full time, permanent role and hybrid working is offered with 3 days in the office. For more information, please contact Emily at Pure