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Senior Buyer

Ref: AS3379848

Clevedon, United Kingdom

£45,000

  • Permanent
  • Strategic Sourcing
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Highly Adaptable

About the candidate

The candidate is seasoned in public procurement with over five years of professional experience, primarily focused on the engineering, manufacturing, and retail sectors. They have a robust educational foundation in supply chain management and hold a professional membership that underscores their dedication to procurement excellence. This combination of formal education and professional certification has equipped them with a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and the essential skills for effective supplier relationship management and strategic procurement planning.

Their previous roles have seen them successfully handle major procurement activities centred on technical equipment and materials for a mid-sized engineering firm, manage varying product purchasing for a regional manufacturing company, and oversee supply chain coordination for a national retail company. This broad spectrum of experience has honed their ability to adapt to different industrial contexts, making them highly versatile and forward-thinking in their approach.

What makes them great?

  • Cost Reduction Achievements: Demonstrated success in reducing procurement costs by 15% at a mid-size engineering firm through effective negotiation and contract management.
  • Operational Efficiency Improvements: Implemented a vendor performance system that increased on-time delivery by 20%, markedly boosting operational efficiency at a regional manufacturing company.
  • Problem Solving and Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities enable them to identify key trends and cost impacts, supporting strategic decision-making across various departments.

Areas of expertise

  • Strategic Sourcing and Procurement: Proficient in developing sourcing strategies that harmonise with organisational goals, reducing costs and enhancing supplier relations.
  • Contract Negotiation and Management: Skilled in negotiating contracts that yield financial benefits and foster strong, sustainable supplier partnerships.
  • Supply Chain Analysis: Adept in analysing supply chain operations to identify inefficiencies and areas for cost reduction and process improvement.