Senior Buyer
Location: : Sheffield - Sheffield
Rate: £ 30 K (full-time (per year)) + Performance related bonus
Senior Buyer, Sheffield, £30k + performance related bonus
My client is a leading manufacturing business, who are part of a larger European based group.
Reporting to the Supply Chain manager, this role takes responsibility for purchasing a range of commodities, reducing inventory and maintaining the budgets for the monthly purchasing.
The main objectives will be to be to improve supplier relationships, negotiate price and assist with maintaining inventory levels, along with ensuring the quality and service levels are maintained.
The right candidate will also be expected to assist in the implementation of lean manufacturing procedures and the monitoring of supplier performance.
To be successful in this role you must be either CIPS qualified or studying towards it, you will have a good understanding of purchasing at a senior level and be a tough negotiator. The right character will be diligent with the capability to negotiate some tough terms and demonstrate strong communication skills internally.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a stable business, some travel will be required within Europe approximately twice a year.
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