Buyer - Peterborough, United Kingdom - Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

Infinity Recruitment Consultancy Ltd

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Peterborough, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Are you an experienced Buyer looking for the chance to join a hugely successful business and further grow your career?

Our client with offices based in Peterborough is seeking an experienced and CIPS qualified (or similar) Buyer to join them on a full time permanent basis working Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week to enhance their established purchasing team.

This rolecould be considered on a hybrid working basis (2/3 days in the office per week) following induction and training period.

Responsibilities

As Buyer, you will be responsible for:

Identifying cost effective parts or service suppliers for the organisation.
Supplier contract negotiations
Placing orders and monitoring stock levels to meet operational needs.
Ensuring approved supplier compliance.
Execution and delivery of business compliant purchasing strategy.
Dealing with supply chain delivery issues to ensure timely project delivery.
Develop and maintain business relationships with suppliers and partners.
Cost reduction projects
Maintenance of accurate audit compliance paperwork.

Skills required
CIPS qualification or similar

Previous & recent buyer experience
Experience of supplier negotiation
Strong interpersonal & written and verbal communication skills
Competent in MS Office with knowledge of MS Project and ERP systems or similar
Project management skills
Ability to work under pressure

Benefits

Starting salary up to £35,000, 25 days paid annual leave plus statutory holidays, pension, on-site parking, excellent working environment, career development and progression and much more.