Category Buyer

Straight-Line Civils are currently hiring a Category Buyer to join an international company''s procurement team. You will be based out of their office in West Bromwich, West Midlands. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the Commodity Manager in Commodity Risk Management (CRM), utilising market intelligence and supplier knowledge and preparing reports as required Maximise opportunities to mitigate risk across the area of spend responsibility Reviewing supplier contracts and seeking terms which benefit the client Drafting and executing RFI s and RFQ s, preparing recommendations for approval before implementation Sourcing new suppliers, preparing for supplier approval, following new supplier processes, including master data requirements and onboarding of new suppliers Seeking collaborative resolution of problems both internally and externally while protecting the long-term interests of the company. Building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders Own the CRM category plan for your defined area and ensure all supplier master data for your defined category is accurate and maintained Key Skills: 5+ years experience in Sourcing and Commodity markets mainly in food manufacturing Experience in supplier management Experience in ERP and MRP tools High level understanding of incoterms Competency in negotiation skills High level competency on Excel and Power point Salary - £50,000/annum Hybrid working pattern with 4 days in the office If this sounds of interest, ..... full job details .....