Head Buyer

Position: Head BuyerLocation: West YorkshireSalary: £45K-£50KNicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services. This role is critical in ensuring engineering requirements are accurately communicated, purchase orders are effectively managed, and supplier performance supports the delivery demands of a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all engineering specifications and requirements are clearly defined and fully authorised.Coordinate closely with suppliers to expedite deliveries, track progress, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders.Resolve non-conformances quickly and effectively to minimise disruption to operations.Review and validate supplier commercial terms, including payment terms, delivery conditions, and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with company standards.Lead tender processes, including supplier selection and contract creation, with clearly defined deliverables and terms.Develop and maintain a high-performing, strategic supplier base.Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality, performance, and compliance standards are met.Monitor supplier acknowledgements and challenge discrepancies where necessary.Drive value by ensuring goods and services are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards.Negotiate contracts to achieve the best commercial outcomes for the ..... full job details .....