Buyer

Ref: 295877

Sheffield, UK

£45,000

• Permanent
• Strategic Procurement
• Significant Cost Savings
• Category Management

About the candidate

A Buyer with over eight years of progressive experience in various purchasing and buying roles within diverse industries such as Manufacturing, FMCG & Packaging. 

The candidate has developed a wide range of skills that contribute to effective and strategic procurement and supplier management. Currently residing in a versatile and impactful role managing multi-million-pound category portfolios which include PPE, chemicals, and consumables, among others.

What makes them great?

• Significant Savings Achievements: Delivered substantial savings, notably £1m on Personal Protective Equipment and a total of £4m across all categories through value engineering and optimization projects.
• Strategic Procurement Skills: Ability to manage and optimize a large portfolio of suppliers and products, ensuring quality and continuity while driving down costs.
• Adaptable Team Player: Highly capable in collaborative environments, excelling in roles that demand both leadership and teamwork.

Areas of expertise

• Category Management: Skilled in overseeing extensive product categories and managing substantial budgets, evidenced by a managed spend of £15m across multiple categories.
• Cost Savings and Process Optimisation: Proven track record of driving cost reductions and process efficiencies, achieving significant cost savings including £1m on PPE and £220k on Chemicals.
• Supplier Management: Experienced in negotiating with and managing a complex network of suppliers to ensure optimum terms and seamless supply chains.