Negotiable
OverviewDate Added: 02/09/25
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands (County)
Description: Senior Buyer — An established manufacturing company based in Birmingham B33 requires a purchasing manager.
Responsibilities
Identify new suppliers (steel, wood panels, fittings etc.) and negotiate contracts and supply arrangements.
Manage supplier performance and run quarterly reviews.
Draft a rolling 3-year procurement strategy and develop a KPI dashboard to monitor its progress.
Implement stock management processes.
Analyse ERP data and MRP recommendations.
Line management, coaching and developments of purchasing staff.
Senior Buyer Requirements
A minimum of 5 years as a senior buyer in a manufacturing environment.
Supply chain and inventory management experience.
Understanding of production planning and cycles.
ERP / MRP knowledge.
Advanced Excel skills.
Hours8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 12.30pm Friday.
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Negotiable