Senior Buyer - Loughborough, United Kingdom - Recra Consulting

Recra Consulting

Verified Company

Loughborough, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Recra are working in partnership with a forward thinking and reputable point of sale company specialising in retail and merchandising solutions seeking a driven and enthusiastic senior buyer to join their vibrant team.

Senior Buyer

Principal Purpose of Job:

To manage and expand the current supply base to include local and international suppliers.
Reporting to the Commercial Manager, lead negotiations, assess supplier capacities, make sourcing recommendations, and ensure best purchasing practice.
You will liaise with other colleagues around the group and facilitate intercompany trading.

Key Responsibilities and aims:

Direct & Indirect purchases
Manage and assess approved supplier list
Introduce new suppliers in line with business strategy
Visit / audit potential suppliers for viability, reporting back findings and actions
Negotiations
Sourcing of special parts
Ensure all suppliers follow strict ethical trading procedures
Negotiate with current suppliers to extend credit payment terms and introduce rebates
Source alternative materials inline with our philosophy of reuse, repurpose, and recycle
Manage and plan long leadtime components (electrics and plastic sheet)
A minimum of 4 years purchasing experience
Process knowledge in injection moulding, metal fabrication and joinery
Strong time management skills and the ability to work under pressure
Selfmotivation and selfdiscipline. A strong "cando" attitude
Good work ethic
Flexible and adaptable
Commercially aware.
Have good attention to detail
Willingness to travel
Have valid clean driving licence
Team worker
Good communication skills
Prior knowledge of "Point of Sale" will be an advantage