Our Innovative Global Manufacturing Client has an opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join their Indirect Team.

Working within the Global Services Team, the Senior Buyer will be responsible for procuring a broad range of indirect goods and services to support the business needs. The Senior Buyer will purchase a wide range of products and services ranging from uniforms, professional services, FM, Cleaning etc. They will support Stakeholders across various locations.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for your category spend area
Prepare, coordinate and execute sourcing decisions for spend area
Manage the end-to-end procurement process - issuing RFI's, tenders, commercial and contract negotiations
Negotiate with suppliers to achieve competitive pricing and best commercial terms
Build strong working relationships with Supplier to discuss performance and drive continuous improvement
Meet with Suppliers to reveiw performance and build long standing relationships
Work closely with colleagues to understand their short-term and long-term procurement needs
Implement a Preferred Supplier ListExperience and knowledge required for the role:

Experience working in a similar procurement/sourcing role
End to end Procurement experience - Sourcing, Tendering and Supplier Management
Strong negotiation and commercial skills
Good communicator who enjoys building strong relationships with colleagues and suppliers
Can prioritise workload and manage multiple projects
Ability to drive continuous improvement initiativesBenefits include a yearly bonus, hybrid working and a Friday early finish.

To discuss this opportunity in more detail please send your CV today