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3 years ago

Ref: BBBH29206

Strategic Buyer

£30000 - £35000 per annum

Permanent

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Strategic Buyer

£30,000 - £35,000 + Benefits

Birmingham

West Midlands

Role Profile

Leading strategic sourcing and category management activities ranging from supplier management to strategic project support and program implementation with local supply base and supporting local Branch / Regional business activities

Responsibilities include:

Work closely with branch & sales to support new business quoting activity as required
Review and negotiate supplier contracts, agreements and other terms and conditions
Ensure complete follow through of all new project implementations
Identifies opportunities for sourcing excellence and cost savings and drive through to implementation
Develop best sourcing practices
Identify and develop new sources in line with business needs
Perform ISO type quality audits on current and new suppliers
Review all NPI files prior to order for best supplier / best cost per part.
Participates in supplier meetings and prepares reports for visiting suppliers on sourcing activities
Participates in weekly Global Sourcing meetings and prepares requested presentations

Skills & Experience

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
ISO Audit experience preferred
Work experience within sourcing or supply chain role
MS Office skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Client Information

Leading multinational component sourcing organisation based in Birmingham

Remuneration

£30,0000 - £35,000 + Benefits

About Cast UK

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in Procurement, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com

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