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Procurement Buyer – 36784921 (1081)

Coventry, West Midlands

Other Specialisms » Supply Chain

Competitive salary

Part time / Contract

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A globally respected automotive manufacturer is seeking a Procurement Buyer to support both direct and indirect operations at its Coventry location. This role delivers end-to-end procurement activity across sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contract administration and supplier performance management. Ideal for a confident procurement professional, the position offers autonomy, exposure to complex projects, and the opportunity to coach and support junior team members within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties:
Accountable for obtaining goods/services required by the organization including:

  • Indirect Operations (e.g., Office Supplies, Computers, Travel, Maintenance, Machine Parts, etc.)
  • Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.) Procurement processes include:
  • Product/Service Sourcing
  • Supplier Selection
  • Pricing/Terms Negotiation
  • Order Processing
  • Contract Administration
  • Supplier Performance Management
Responsibilities typically include:
  • Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.
  • Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals.
  • Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.
Skills:
Essential:
  • Degree qualified or equivalent experience Delivering complex supply chain solutions in a fast paced, high pressured manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work independently, results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
  • Implementing and delivering procurement strategies with the focus on total value chain delivery
  • Identify opportunities for creating value in a commodity or commodities
  • Resilient and enthusiastic individual who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
  • Strong communicator with the ability to communicate effectively with key stakeholders to influence cross-functional engagement
  • An effective team player, actively develops and supports team members
  • Maintaining compliance with standard policies and procedures


Desirable:
  • An individual with a proven track record in delivering results in both favourable and unfavourable conditions
  • The ability to challenge in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style
  • Experience of working in a global, multi-cultural environment

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