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I'm currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a well-established family run and global client in Leicester. If you have a background of procurement from within engineering or manufacturing then this is a chance to join a world leader. Whilst committed to a corporate culture, this is an organisation that looks to everybody to take a hands on approach and make a real difference. Following through to a social and friendly environment that involves sports committees and festival events.


In the day to day however, you will support all the key stakeholders to ensure the needs of the business are met. You will have total ownership of the product, processes and supply chain. Ultimately, you will make cost-effective purchases and ensure company projects can happen.


Responsibilities


* Converting business demands into purchase orders on an MRP system.
* Ensuring all parts, materials and services are bought for a competitive price.
* Adopt a cradle to grave approach to the supply chain.
* Stakeholder management both internally and externally.
* Source and identify new suppliers whilst developing current supplier relationships.
* Reduce costs and optimise added value.
* Write and interpret contractual documents.
* Instil best procurement practice across the department.

The ideal candidate will have:


* Ability to use Excel and MRP systems.
* Experience of transactional or operational purchasing.
* Take a flexible, adaptable and hands on approach.
* Good understanding of procurement/supply chain procedures.
* Strong negotiation skills.
* Motivated to drive continuous improvement
* MCIPS Qualified (or studying towards).

Opportunity on offer:


This buyer's role will have the chance to work for a manufacturing market leader whilst being able to further develop procurement skills. The long term plan is to give a portfolio of commodities and suppliers to buyers to be responsible for, whilst the MRP requirements are automated. A competitive salary is offered along with good pension and holiday days.

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