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Buyer

Ref: AS6700936

Scotland, UK

£30,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Efficiency Improvement

About the candidate

The candidate is a highly skilled procurement expert, specialising in direct procurement and category management, with a solid track record of over six years. Their career has spanned various roles from a Junior Buyer to a Senior Procurement Specialist, within industries such as food production and beverage manufacturing in the UK. They are known for their strong grasp of market trends and commodity pricing which has proven invaluable in cost-saving initiatives. This candidate is particularly adept at managing complex tender processes and supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and compliance with quality and sustainability standards.

Working in environments ranging from local manufacturing firms to regional leaders in food production, they excel in settings that require both strategic oversight and detailed operational management. Their excellent negotiation skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams have consistently delivered tangible improvements in procurement processes and supply chain efficiency.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction: Implemented supplier performance metrics in a regional food production company leading to a 20% reduction in costs.
  • Efficiency Improvement: Contributed to a 15% faster time-to-market for new products in a mid-sized beverage manufacturer through effective collaboration and procurement strategy.
  • Logistical Optimisation: Aided in reducing lead times by 10% at a local manufacturing firm by streamlining supplier interactions and processes.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: Proven ability to lead procurement strategies that minimise costs and maximise quality across the supply chain.
  • Negotiation and Supplier Management: Expert in crafting and maintaining supplier relationships that yield long-term benefits and cost efficiencies.
  • Market Analysis: Skilled in leveraging market data to enhance strategic decision-making and competitive positioning.