Buyer

Buyer - Doncaster - Up to £50k DOE plus company bonus

Hours: Mon-Fri; 8am till 5.00pm

Holidays: 33 days per year (20+8) this increases by 1 per year up to 25 plus stats

Extra day: You will always get an extra day for your birthday off too!

Pension: 5% employee contribution + 3% employer contribution

Other benefits: Regular treat days and reward activities (usually involving food)

Getting there: Free onsite parking, on a bus route

The future: Stability & longevity, full order book

Environment: Employee focussed, supportive & friendly family feel, production/manufacturing/distribution

Buyer, over view:

Part of a supply chain team within a successful and ever-expanding local business, you will play a pivotal role in driving their purchasing strategy. This is a diverse and hands-on role that will require a proactive approach to achieving business goals while fostering strong supplier relationships and maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

Duties of the Buyer include:

Sourcing and resourcing of new and existing products and services

Oversee the tender process, including sourcing, evaluating and negotiating

Working closely with the Supply chain Manager to resolve any supply chain issues and maintain availability

Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices, including identifying cost saving opportunities and process enhancements

Maintaining /gaining required product accreditations and certifications

Implement sustainable and socially responsible strategic sourcing practices, including supporting local suppliers and supporting ethical sourcing

Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluation and issue resolution

Keep updated re regulatory requirements and ensure compliance to applicable laws and regulations

Own the profitability and growth of your categories, collaborating with sales and operations to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans

As well as proven purchasing experience enthusiasm, drive and a can-do attitude, the successful Buyer will have:

Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost optimisation and budgeting

Expertise in supplier and product compliance management

The ability to foster supplier relationships and drive performance improvements

Understanding of Environmental and Social Governance (ESG) practices

Excellent IT literacy (Sage experience desirable)

Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Business.