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Lead Buyer

Ref: AS4698797

Stevenage, England

£50,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Procurement Efficiency Expert
  • Supplier Relationship Management

About the candidate

The candidate is an experienced procurement professional with a robust background in indirect procurement, particularly in professional services such as consultancy and engineering services. With over five years of experience in the field, the candidate has consistently demonstrated a capacity for impactful negotiation, strategic sourcing, and substantial cost reductions. They have a record of success in managing complex supplier relationships and procurement processes within several high-profile corporations across different sectors.

Renowned for their analytical prowess and collaborative approach, this Lead Buyer excels in leveraging cross-functional team strengths to achieve business goals and drive procurement efficiency. Their previous roles have equipped them with advanced skills in creating competitive procurement environments, ensuring compliance, and facilitating continuous process improvement, making them a versatile and dynamic asset in any procurement team.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated ability to drive cost savings, achieving a 20% cost reduction through competitive tender processes at a mid-size engineering firm.
  • Efficiency Improvement: Contributed to a key project that reduced procurement cycle time by 15%, enhancing overall process efficiency.
  • Stakeholder Management: Excellent communicator with a track record of successful stakeholder engagement and management across various organisational levels.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing: Proficient in developing and implementing sourcing strategies that meet business goals, emphasising cost efficiency and service quality enhancement.
  • Supplier Management: Skilled in building and maintaining strong, productive relationships with vendors, ensuring reliability and innovation in service delivery.
  • Contract Negotiation: Expert in negotiating terms and managing contracts to secure favourable conditions and streamline operations.