Category Buyer

Michael Page; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Category Buyer to develop, drive and implement Best Total Cost across all product categories. They will assist in achieving pre-determined Key Performance Indicators, and constantly review and manage the development and introduction of new products.

Client Details

Our client is a market leader in their industry. They pride themselves on the quality of their product and are highly respected within the Hull region, having operated for over 75 years

Description

Year on year cost reduction based on pre-determined Key Performance Indicators

Drive and delivery of best 'Total Cost of Acquisition'

Development and implementation of top level commodity strategies

Working closely with current and new supply chains to drive and develop key strategic projects

Sourcing and approval of new suppliers

Development and implementation of new products working closely with Supplier Quality Assurance team and assisting in the completion of the Initial Sample Inspection Report process

Work with Supply partners to achieve Lean Manufacturing objectives

Working with current and new suppliers to develop commercial and service level agreements

Control and development of supplier relations

Work with key internal stakeholders to bring about improvements in the supply chain

Hold and facilitate regular supply review meetings both with internal stakeholders and external suppliers

Conduct supplier and commodity risk assessments, developing robust contingency plans

Profile

A successful Category Buyer should have:

CIPS qualified desirable or working towards

Experience within a Manufacturing / Engineering environment

Minimum 3 year's experience within a Procurement role

Experience with lean manufacturing techniques

Control and development of a supplier portfolio of greater than 2 million

Consistently achieved year on year cost savings (3% of total supplier turnover)

Driven and implemented strategic projects resulting in savings of > 100k per annum

Ability to undertake effective supplier audits and reviews

Understanding of key financial accounting information

Organisational awareness and the ability to influence senior executives

Excellent stakeholder management

Demonstrable influencing and negotiating skills

Commercial awareness

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Commitment to working as part of a team

Good level of IT skills and experience of MRP systems and processes

Effective planning and organisational skills

Job Offer

• A competitive salary between 35,000- 45,000 depending on experience.
• The chance to work for a respected company in the industrial/manufacturing sector.
• 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays.
• A supportive and dedicated team environment.

This Category Buyer position offers a unique opportunity to further your career in the industrial/manufacturing sector in Hull. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.