Electronics Senior Buyer

Stannah

  • Andover, Hampshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Electronics Senior Buyer Job - Andover - Join Our Team!Are you a procurement professional with a passion for electronics and supplier collaboration?Stannah has an exciting opportunity for a Electronics Senior Buyer (internally Supplier Account Manager) to join our thriving Procurement team based at our Andover Head Office.We're not just engineers - we're pioneers in safe, reliable mobility solutions. Our products transform lives, and our people power that impact. With 150+ years of history and a strong future ahead, we offer the stability of a respected brand with the ambition and energy of a modern manufacturer. You'll be joining a forward-thinking business where your ideas count, your development is supported, and your work genuinely makes a difference.Work pattern: 8:00 am to 4:45 pm Monday to Thursday and 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Friday .This is more than a buying role, it's a chance to own and shape critical supplier relationships. Whilst supporting innovation and drive commercial success across a global supply chain.As our new Electronics Senior Buyer, you'll take the lead on 2-3 key commodity areas, managing up to 8 critical suppliers with a combined annual spend of £4-8 million.This is a fantastic opportunity as a senior-level role, where you can use strong negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships in both domestic and international markets will thrive.It is essential that you have previous experience in supplier relationship management, procurement, contract negotiation as well as supplier auditing experience.Experience in commodity market analysis and cost reduction strategies would be desirable.Join Stannah and play a key role in driving procurement excellence and supplier relationship management across our global supply chain!Electronics Senior Buyer Responsibilities:
  • Manage supplier relationships across 2-3 commodity areas, with accountability for up to 8 critical suppliers.
  • Lead contract negotiations, implement supplier agreements, and manage annual procurement spend of £4-8 million.
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives, support new product development, and facilitate smooth product change implementations.
  • Conduct supplier audits, manage PPAP submissions, and lead problem-solving initiatives for supplier-related issues.
  • Influence continuous improvement activities within the procurement function, focusing on efficiency and cost savings.
Electronics Senior Buyer Requirements:Essential
  • Proven experience in supplier account management, procurement - with a focus on direct raw material procurement
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Ability to manage both UK and overseas suppliers, including supplier audits
Desirable:
  • MCIPS or ACIPS qualification is desirable, or willingness to study towards ACIPS.
If you have experience as a Lead or Senior Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Specialist and Senior Strategic Buyer - or are ready to take the next step in your career - and are looking for a new opportunity with a well-established, growing company within commuting distance of Andover, Hampshire, we encourage you to click 'Apply Now' or contact us to learn more.Company Information:Stannah is a family-owned manufacturing and engineering company. Our products move people and goods in and around homes and buildings. We make life easier for people. We do this by improving access for greater convenience and independence.Joseph Stannah founded the business in 1867. A lot has happened since then and today Stannah is a global business. The family is in their fifth generation and plays a hands-on role in running the business. Most people know us for our stairlifts. Our range of products includes lifts, escalators, and homelifts. We also provide maintenance and repair services.Stannah Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We treat all our job applicants fairly and with respect.Our employees are the heart of our business. We take great care to create a working environment where everyone feels valued. Join our team and be a part of our diverse and inclusive community!Benefits Include:
  • Market Aligned Salary, paid on a monthly basis
  • Profit Share Bonus Scheme, paid to all employees every quarter. Based on Group Company profits
  • 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
  • Holiday scheme to buy extra days' annual leave
  • Pension Scheme. Matched contribution/salary sacrifice
  • SimplyHealth Cash Plan. Allows you to claim towards health costs. For example, dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody treatments and more
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Long Service award scheme, with holiday benefit
  • Company Benefits Discount Rewards Scheme. Includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out, and more
  • Employee Assistance Programme. A workplace initiative to support and enhance well-being
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity provision
  • Free parking
  • Company Funded LinkedIn Learning Account
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive high numbers of applications for the role.Appropriate right to work must be held by applicants. Sponsorship is not available.

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