Buyer; CIPS Qualified

Buyer (CIPS Qualified)

£35,000 - £37,000 + OTD Bonus Scheme + Health Cash Plan + Cycle to Work + Enhanced Holidays + Early Finish Fridays

Leicester

Are you a Buyer with a CIPS qualification or similar, looking to join a long-established British market leading manufacturer with global reach, that offer a half-day Friday, and an OTD Bonus Scheme?

Join a growing British manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in high-power electrical components. With a constant commitment to quality, innovation, and global reach, they have successfully navigated every economic challenge the last century to become the country's leading manufacturer of resistors and loadbanks.

This role will consist of planning and procuring materials to meet project requirements, ensuring on-time delivery. You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain strong supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and support continuous improvement within the procurement team, while reporting to the Purchasing Manager.

This position would suit a Buyer with CIPS or similar qualification, looking to join a national leader in the electrical engineering industry with global reach.

• Plan and procure materials for production, reducing inventory and ensuring cost-effective purchasing
• Source and negotiate with suppliers, securing competitive pricing and reliable delivery
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate terms, including volume rebates and discount structures
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term performance
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, delivery, and cost
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to support procurement decisions
• Ensure compliance with ISO
  9001 procedures and company policies
• Monday to Thursday 07:30-16:15, Friday 07:30-12:30 (38 hours per week)

• Buyer with a CIPS or similar qualification
• Commute to Leicester

Reference: BBBH
22705A

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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