Category Buyer

Questech are recruiting on behalf of our client in Halifax, West Yorkshire for an experienced Category Buyer-to play a key role in-sourcing machined component trim parts and services, ensuring timely delivery and supporting cross-functional project success.

If you''re looking to embark on a career with an industry leading business then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

The Person:

• HNC in Engineering and/or CIPS qualification desirable

• Proven experience in category buying within a complex engineering or technical manufacturing environment

• Strong knowledge of machining, materials, and the ability to read engineering drawings

• Familiarity with purchasing workflows and SRM systems

• Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills

• SAP knowledge preferred

• Willingness to travel to supplier sites as required

The Role:

• Create and implement category sourcing strategies using the Category Management process.

• Manage all commercial aspects of sourcing, including spend analysis, tendering, and awarding business.

• Negotiate, implement, and maintain supplier framework agreements.

• Drive supplier development programmes and performance reviews.

• Support internal and external sales teams with costings for tenders and aftermarket quotations.

• Ensure timely conversion of requisitions to purchase orders and manage delivery schedules.

• Maintain SAP system data and proactively mitigate supply risks.

• Conduct supplier visits and audits to track delivery performance.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and company duty of care standards.

This role is working-Monday to Friday Days Only.

The salary is dependant on skills and experience and will be between:-

-35,000pa - -40,000pa

• Excellent benefits package included
• Hybrid working available after probation period)

For more information regarding this position contact:-

Laura Riding

Questech Recruitment