Lead Buyer

We are looking for an experienced Lead Buyer to join an established manufacturing company based in Nottinghamshire.

As a Lead Buyer, the successful candidate will develop and pursue purchasing opportunities and negotiate contracts.

Duties of a Lead Buyer include:

• Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns
• Analyse industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
• To positively impact the company's KPIs with particular focus on EBIT
• To establish and support long-term supplier relationships to maximise supply chain effectiveness

Qualifications and skills required:

• CIPS Qualified (Essential)
• Strong Team player
• Good knowledge of all MS Office applications, specifically Excel to an advanced level
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Confident and well organised
• Proactive and able to multitask.
• Drive and determination to succeed.
• Strong and confident communication and customer liaison skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Excellent time management skills, methodical worker with high level attention to details.

Salary up to £40k

Working Monday - Thursday 7.00 am - 16.00 pm & Fri 7.00 am - 12.00 pm

Onsite parking available

If you’re interested in this role, please click apply now!