Senior Purchaser

Overview

Senior Purchaser

Location:

Bridgwater (Hybrid working available)

Sector:
Manufacturing

Package:
Paying up to £35,000+ (up to 4% bonus based on site performance as with all our employees)

A well-established and highly respected manufacturing business based in Bridgwater is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Purchaser to join its procurement team. This is a hands-on role with real scope to influence sourcing strategy, supplier performance and cost optimisation across direct and indirect spend.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Senior Purchaser will play a key role in supporting the business s operational and strategic procurement requirements. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to deliver best-value, total-cost solutions while supporting departmental KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.

This opportunity would suit a commercially astute procurement professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment.

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned to business requirements and total cost objectives
• Source and procure direct and indirect materials, services and utilities
• Support and develop global and low-cost country (LCC) sourcing initiatives
• Negotiate supplier contracts and manage supplier QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) performance
• Manage internal and supplier-held inventory levels
• Support revenue, capital and expenditure activities, including costing and quotation support
• Identify and deliver ongoing cost-saving opportunities
• Represent Purchasing in product and business review meetings
• Support the Purchasing Manager with projects and departmental initiatives
• Drive efficiencies and continuous improvement within procurement processes
• Ensure compliance with internal management systems and external reporting requirements
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships through regular reviews and improvement plans

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent
• Proven experience in procurement and supplier management within a manufacturing environment
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Power BI
• Experience working with ERP systems;
  Fourth Shift and SAP experience desirable
• CIPS Level 3 (or working towards) advantageous

• Excellent negotiation, analytical and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work on own initiative
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
• Professional and positive approach when engaging with suppliers and colleagues

Based on site in Bridgwater, with some flexible home working

UK travel as required; occasional international travel for training or supplier visits

Right to work in the UK is essential

• Flexible, reliable and goal-orientated
• High levels of integrity and professionalism
• Trustworthy, cooperative and proactive

If you are interested please press apply or get in contact with Ryan Guy on (phone number removed) or (url removed)