Buyer

Ref: AS5333084

Chichester, UK

£40,000

• Permanent
• Proven Procurement Expertise
• Strategic Supplier Engagement
• Inventory Management Efficiency

About the candidate

The candidate is a well-rounded procurement professional seasoned in the intricacies of supply chain management. With a concrete foundation in effectively sourcing and evaluating goods, this candidate brings forth an impressive breadth of skills tailored for a Buyer role. They skillfully combine strong negotiation prowess, a detail-oriented approach, and a commitment to quality, all backed by a proactive attitude towards problem-solving. Boasting the ability to juggle multiple priorities, they thrive in dynamic environments where collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to meeting customer demands and driving continuous improvement within operations.

What makes them great?

• Lead Time Reduction: Achieved a 15% reduction in lead times through strategic supplier engagements and enhanced purchase order processes.
• Improvement in Delivery Metrics: Instrumental in boosting on-time delivery rates by 20% by refining supplier performance metrics and communication channels.
• Cost Savings: Drove a 10% cost reduction by leveraging alternative sourcing strategies and streamlining purchase processes.

Areas of expertise

• Supplier Relationship Management: Skilled in nurturing and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers, ensuring contractual compliance and the strategic alignment of business goals.
• Negotiation and Cost Management: Demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, driving cost reductions while maintaining high quality standards.
• Inventory and Stock Control: Expertise in managing stock levels, improving procurement processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy in inventory management.