Senior Buyer
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Senior Buyer - [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Group - Rochester, Kent
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum | Permanent | On-site
Job Description
Our client, an established electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, require an experienced Senior Buyer to join their multi-disciplined team. 37hr week Mon - Fri, core working hours: 10am - 3pm (start early, finish early etc), optional 1pm finish on a Friday. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate terms, conditions, pricing, and contracts with suppliers
- Act as the main point of contact between suppliers and the business, building effective relationships
- Monitor budgets for purchase orders and identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation
- Track supplier performance, communicate key KPIs, and address issues at a senior level
- Maintain accurate supplier order books and data in the Oracle ERP system
- Support the implementation of corporate procurement processes, including strategic supplier, sub-contract, and commodity management
- Coach and train junior staff on procurement processes and procedures, assist with audits and improvement plans
Essential Experience
- Proven experience in buying, procurement and purchasing
- Experience in leading negotiations and managing supplier relationships
- Experience with Terms & Conditions
Desirable Qualifications
- HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent
- CIPS qualified
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