Anderson Knight is currently recruiting a Senior Buyer to join one of our clients in the manufacturing industry. As a Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to optimise costs, quality, and delivery performance. You will play a key role in ensuring the availability of critical materials while mitigating supply chain risks and driving continuous improvements. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency. Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal terms. Monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards. Manage procurement activities for direct and indirect materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including production, engineering, and finance, to align purchasing strategies with business objectives. Analyse market trends and risks, identifying opportunities for cost savings and supply chain improvements. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical procurement standards. Support inventory management by maintaining optimal stock levels and minimising obsolescence. Qualifications and Experience: Proven experience in a procurement or supply chain role within a manufacturing environment. Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills. Excellent analytical and ..... full job details .....