Senior Buyer

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Buyer

Leamington Spa

Permanent

39 hours per week (Monday to Thursday 7.30-4.30, Friday 7.30-12.30)

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Buyer, based in Leamington Spa on a full time, permanent basis. You will be required to work on site 4 days a week.
Based in the heart of Leamington Spa, our client is a large, well-established manufacturing company with a rich history across the UK and globally.

As the Senior Buyer, you will join and experienced and dynamic team, reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager. You will support in driving the procurement strategy, whilst supporting new product introduction and internal collaboration to ensure efficient sourcing of high-quality materials and components.

Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer:

• Oversee and lead the procurement of direct materials to support manufacturing operations.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure optimal value, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and agreements to secure favourable terms and long-term supplier commitments.
• Manage procurement activities for new product introductions, aligning with project timelines and deliverables.
• Analyse data and market trends to uncover opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply base and internal processes.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, engineering, and planning.
• Monitor market dynamics to assess risks and identify opportunities for supply chain optimisation.
• Drive continuous improvement across both supplier base and internal processes.
• Lead procurement initiatives and projects that support business goals and enhance operational performance.

Experience required for the Senior Buyer:

• Proven experience in a Senior Buyer or Procurement role within a manufacturing or automotive environment, with UK based expertise
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, and contract management
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles and cost analysis
• MCIPS or CIPS level 4 qualified
• Strong background in ethical sourcing, electrical and gas components, injection mouldings, die casting, plastic, as well as raw materials (stainless and mild steel).
• SAP or ERP systems experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from start to finish, as well as contract management
• Experience in commodity management

To be considered, or for more information please hit ‘Apply now’ along with your CV for a confidential chat with our team.