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Senior Buyer
Job Posted: 11 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Peterlee, County Durham
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Benefits:
* 26 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension scheme
* Career development opportunities
* Death in service benefit
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Supportive and friendly team culture
The Company:
Our client is a leading manufacturer based in Peterlee, operating at the forefront of the automotive sector. With a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and teamwork, they offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where employees are empowered to thrive. Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to developing its people and driving technological progress in the automotive industry.
Working Hours: Full-time, standard business hours
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a Senior Buyer to join a dynamic team and take ownership of supplier performance and procurement for technical goods and services. As a Senior Buyer, you will collaborate with R&D, manage supplier relationships, drive cost-saving initiatives, and ensure product quality and timely delivery. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to influence key project outcomes and contribute to process improvements.
As a Senior Buyer, your responsibilities will include:
* Managing supplier delivery performance and approved supplier lists
* Overseeing the design change control function
* Procuring technical materials aligned with project needs
* Creating project timing plans and coordinating supplier activities
* Negotiating pricing, raising purchase orders, and conducting cost reduction (VA/VE)
* Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
* Conducting supplier site visits to strengthen relationships
Skills & Experience:
* Strong procurement and supply chain knowledge
* Proven negotiation and supplier management skills
* Ability to interpret technical drawings
* Experience in engineering or purchasing roles
* Excellent communication and project management abilities
Why Should You Apply?
* Be a vital part of a growing, future-focused organisation
* Take on a varied and influential Purchasing Engineer role
* Excellent benefits and support for professional development
* Collaborate with a passionate and skilled team
* Work in an environment that values innovation and excellenceBefore You Apply
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