https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-buyer-ford-amp-stanley-select--2e6f264f-0e89-4a98-982a-035b915274b5 RSS feed for Senior Buyer at Ford & Stanley Select. en-gb Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:29:07 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-buyer-ford-amp-stanley-select--2e6f264f-0e89-4a98-982a-035b915274b5 https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-buyer-ford-amp-stanley-select--2e6f264f-0e89-4a98-982a-035b915274b5 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Derby | Salary: £40000 - £45000/annum | Type: Permanent | Senior Buyer | Purchasing Manager | Central Derby | Up to £45,000 Job Purpose To ensure the effective sourcing and expediting of all materials direct & indirect to support business operations and assist the Supply Chain & Procurement team in coordinating material requirements in line with management systems and industry standards. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Procure direct and indirect materials and services, with a focus on manufacturing and engineering categories. Engage early with internal stakeholders and suppliers to source the best products for all projects. Lead vendor negotiations and develop a roadmap for cost savings. Build long-term partnerships with suppliers and drive performance improvements in collaboration with other functions. Ensure timely and complete delivery of materials in accordance with operational and project requirements. Actively manage relationships across engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve material issues and respond to demand changes. Manage inventory, minimize obsolete stock, and establish safety stock levels for critical materials. Deliver functional KPIs focused on cost, cash flow, quality, and service. ... Permanent