Senior Buyer

Plessey Semiconductors

  • Plymouth
  • £40,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
Scope:We're seeking a highly accomplished and strategically minded Senior Buyer to join our Procurement team at our high-tech manufacturing site. This pivotal role requires a seasoned professional to elevate our procurement operations, bringing significant strategic input and commercial leadership within the cutting-edge microLED and semiconductor industry. This role will report directly to the Supply Chain Manager.This is a permanent vacancy, and the normal working hours will be Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm (with an hour for lunch), although there may be occasional need to work extended hours to meet critical deadlines. This is a permanent vacancy working at the Plessey Semiconductors Ltd site in Roborough, Plymouth.The salary for this role will be commensurate with skills/experience. Additional benefits include Private Health Insurance, Pension Scheme, Life Insurance Scheme, an onsite subsidised gym and canteen and 28 days holiday plus bank holidays.Main Responsibilities:
  • Lead strategic procurement activities for capital equipment, goods, materials, and services, ensuring optimal value, risk mitigation, and adherence to specifications and budgets within the semiconductor environment.
  • Drive commercial excellence by leading complex negotiations and managing strategic supplier relationships globally to enhance service, quality, and foster innovation.
  • Leverage expert SAP knowledge for end-to-end procure-to-pay process management, system optimisation, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks, particularly those unique to the semiconductor industry, ensuring continuity and resilience.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support project goals, manage change requests, and contribute to the refinement of Procurement and Warehouse policies.
  • Stay current on market trends and technological advancements, advising stakeholders on potential impacts.
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives and act as a subject matter expert, guiding internal teams.
Key Skills & Experience:
  • Proven Senior Procurement Experience in a high-tech manufacturing/technology environment, ideally within the semiconductor industry.
  • Mandatory in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with SAP within a Procurement function.
  • Exceptional business acumen and commercial judgment, with a strong track record of translating strategic objectives into quantifiable Procurement results.
  • Advanced sourcing strategy development, strong negotiation, communication, and influencing skills.
  • Highly analytical, numerically astute, and a proactive problem-solver capable of navigating complex supply chain challenges.
  • Ability to work collaboratively, engage diverse stakeholders, and mentor team members.
  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Studies, or Supply Chain Management.
  • CIPS qualification or actively working towards it.
The Company has experienced unprecedented growth over the past few years. We have a vast number of employees, and provide support to clients from all over the country.

Plessey Semiconductors