Category Buyer

Job Description:

Role - Category Buyer c£65k + Benefits (Must be fluent in English and Punjabi/Hindi based on job need)

• 1 x PERMANENT
• 1 X 6 - 12 months FIXED TERM CONTRACT (could lead to perm role)
• LOCATIONS: WEST MIDLANDS or LEICESTER or WATFORD!
• MUST BE FLUENT IN ENGLISH AND PUNJABI or HINDI DUE TO BUYING FROM COUNTRIES IN SOUTH ASIA
• HYBRID - 4 DAYS ON SITE
• GREAT BENEFITS!

My client is a leader in their field, due to continued growth they are looking for 2 Category Buyers with strong admin and excel skills with plenty of get up and go! My client is on a rapid growth trajectory with circa 500 employees and growing. You will be joining at an exciting time of growth within the established procurement team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• ·Supporting the implementation of defined category strategies for relevant commodities
• Supporting the ongoing commodity risk management (CRM) process along with development of risk mitigation plans for designated supply base
• Provision of market data, supplier data and market intelligence
• Drafting tenders, conducting analysis and preparation of business recommendations
• Delivery of relevant projects such as cost saving, quality improvemenT
• Supplier relationship management, performance and KPI management
• Input into the annual budget process, identifying and managing risks & opportunities as relevant
• Identification and evaluation of potential new suppliers as required

Skills and Experience

• Procurement experience in commodity markets mainly in food manufacturing
• Experience in supplier management
• Experience in ERP and MRP tools
• Ability to analyse and interpret data
• Good understanding of incoterms
• Competency in negotiation skills
• High level of competency in Microsoft Excel and Power point
• Good communication skills
• Can do’ attitude
• Self-Awareness

If you feel you have the skills and experience, please upload your CV in the first instance.