Senior Buyer

About the jobWe are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Buyer to source, negotiate, and secure high-quality raw materials essential to forging operations, including metal billets, ingots and bar stock. You will play a key role in ensuring continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and adherence to technical specifications. Working closely with Commercial, Quality Engineering, Inventory Control and Planning, you will help maintain optimal inventory levels and support smooth, efficient operational performance.Main duties of the role include.Procurement and Sourcing - Source and purchase forging-grade metals, develop an effective sourcing strategy, evaluate and audit suppliers, and monitor global metal markets to maintain quality, reliability, and competitive pricing.Negotiation and Contract Management - Negotiate pricing, payment terms, deliveries and long-term supply agreements; ensure contracts meet technical and certification requirements; and issue purchase orders while maintaining accurate procurement records.Technical and Quality Alignment - Collaborate with Quality and Production to ensure materials meet forging specifications, review mill certifications and MTRs, and resolve any material-related issues promptly.Inventory and Supply Continuity - Work with Planning, Production, and Commercial teams to maintain inventory, mitigate supply risks, and coordinate efficient inbound deliveries.Cost and Performance Analysis - Monitor procurement KPIs, analyse ..... full job details .....