My client are on the look out for a 6 Month FTC Buyer to join a fast paced manufacturing procurement team Client Details

My client are a global business, who manufacture speciality products
They are passionate about their people, and will support long term development Description

This Category Buyer role - Manufacturing in Leicestershire will be responsible for:

Analysing trends in their categories and advise on the most suitable sources for upcoming programmes
They will also ensure cross functional collaboration with product, design, and Quality Control (QC) teams to arrive at balanced/considered outcomes
Supporting Company's continued success and growth
Reducing BOM and development costs
Maintaining and building on the current high-quality standards
Reducing development lead-times and, identifying efficiencies within the production process
Identifying new market technologies and driving their implementation to enhance product line up
Effectively managing risks and opportunities within the supply chain
Analyse supplier resources to ensure continued development support
Perform category management including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract,performance and risk management
Evaluate cost data and quotation analyses for supplier selectionsProfile

Previous experience in program purchasing, sourcing or new project development in a manufacturing environment or exposure to aerospace or automotive
Strong experience within a Purchasing/Procurement department
Self-motivated and resilient
Flexible and adaptable
Able to work under pressure
Excellent communication skills, clear and concise written and verbal skills and ability to write coherent reports.
SAP/ERP experience
Excel exposureJob Offer

4 days on site, 1 day from home
Salary flexible based on experience
Possible permanent role
Discounts on company shop
Fantastic working environment and culture