Buyer

Ref: 447411

Huddersfield, UK

£35,000

• Permanent
• Cost-Saving Strategies
• Vendor Relationship Management
• Strategic Buying

About the candidate

A Buyer with a deep understanding of indirect procurement processes and keen expertise in IT, MRO, and engineering equipment sourcing. The candidate brings over 17 years of experience in various roles across the procurement, logistics, and warehouse management sectors. 

They possess a strong background in managing complex supply chains and have demonstrated skills in negotiating with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. 

What makes them great?

• Cost Savings: Proven track record of delivering contractual cost savings, directly impacting the bottom line.
• Team Collaboration: Known for fostering a collaborative team environment and providing excellent training to new team members, enhancing their productivity and overall team performance.
• Software Proficiency: Well-versed in various supply chain and ERP systems including SAP, enhancing process efficiencies.

Areas of expertise

• Vendor Management: Skilled in negotiating and managing relationships with various suppliers to ensure cost-effective sourcing of products.
• IT and MRO Procurement: Extensive experience in procuring IT and Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) equipment, successfully handling the sourcing and logistics to meet complex business needs.
• Contractual Cost Management: Demonstrated ability to deliver significant cost savings through strategic procurement and contract management.