Senior Buyer

Michael Page

  • Bridgend
  • £35,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
  • Apply easily
As a Senior Buyer you will coordinate and oversee the purchasing of goods, raw materials and equipment, overseas as well as domestic, to ensure that the company's operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery to ensure continuity of supplyAs the Senior Buyer you will be responsible for:
  • Research, analyse and forecast current and future buying trends, markets, styles and products with attention to specified target and demographics
  • Researching new markets, products and manufacturing processes, with an emphasis on sustainability
  • Identifying quality standards and ensuring that all products meet those standards
  • Negotiating with suppliers to agree prices, quantities, delivery schedules and exclusivity deals
  • Ensure all required legislation and requirements are met in line with import/export and post Brexit requirements
  • Develop and maintain relationships with wholesalers and suppliers
  • Negotiate terms of contract with wholesalers and suppliers
  • Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
Fast paced manufacturing business who are part of a global group|Supporting the supply chain manager and wider purchasing teamAs the Senior Buyer you will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:
  • Previous experience in dealing with the Far East sourcing
  • Previous experience of working in a purchasing team preferably within a fast paced manufacturing environment
  • Management of team
  • Experience in a similar purchasing role, including import/export and post Brexit requirements
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills
  • Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve set targets
  • An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
  • Financial and accounting knowledge for calculating margins, gross profit and discounts
  • An understanding of Supply Chain Management & Logistics
My client are a fast paced manufacturing business based in Bridgend who are part of a global group.Excellent salary benefits and development

Michael Page