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Category Buyer
Job Posted: 8 days ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Halifax, Calderdale
Expire in: 20 days
Job Description
Questech are recruiting on behalf of our client in Halifax, West Yorkshire for an experienced Category Buyer to play a key role in sourcing machined component trim parts and services, ensuring timely delivery and supporting cross-functional project success.
If you're looking to embark on a career with an industry leading business then this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
The Person:
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HNC in Engineering and/or CIPS qualification desirable
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Proven experience in category buying within a complex engineering or technical manufacturing environment
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Strong knowledge of machining, materials, and the ability to read engineering drawings
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Familiarity with purchasing workflows and SRM systems
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Excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills
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SAP knowledge preferred
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Willingness to travel to supplier sites as required
The Role:
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Create and implement category sourcing strategies using the Category Management process.
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Manage all commercial aspects of sourcing, including spend analysis, tendering, and awarding business.
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Negotiate, implement, and maintain supplier framework agreements.
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Drive supplier development programmes and performance reviews.
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Support internal and external sales teams with costings for tenders and aftermarket quotations.
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Ensure timely conversion of requisitions to purchase orders and manage delivery schedules.
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Maintain SAP system data and proactively mitigate supply risks.
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Conduct supplier visits and audits to track delivery performance.
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Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and company duty of care standards.
This role is working Monday to Friday - Days Only.
The salary is dependant on skills and experience and will be between:
£35,000pa - £40,000pa
* Excellent benefits package included
* Hybrid working available after probation period)
For more information regarding this position contact:
Laura Riding
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