Peterson

Senior Buyer A key member of the team, responsible for overseeing all procurement activities in line with client requirements and contractual obligations, while ensuring adherence to approved budgets and margin targets. The role demands a proactive, hands-on approach, working closely with both clients and vendors, with particular focus on managing critical suppliers in accordance with company quality standards and procedures. Success in this position requires strong teamwork, leadership, and mentoring abilities. A solid background in procurement is essential, with expertise in MRO sourcing and the ability to negotiate bespoke, one-off purchases that deliver maximum value for all stakeholders. Roles & responsibilities: Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for any disputes and ensuring queries are resolved promptly and effectively. Monitor client spend, produce detailed reports, and highlight areas for improvement. Identify and introduce cost-saving initiatives wherever possible. Manage client margins with the objective of transitioning clients to cost-efficient models. Oversee client contract management to ensure compliance and alignment with agreed terms. Apply strong analytical skills to review client spend, analyse month-end results, identify trends, and provide actionable feedback. Prepare and deliver reports on sales data, marketing activity, and other performance metrics to senior management and key stakeholders. Produce and share weekly expediting reports with clients. Process customer enquiries, ensuring all issues or requests are resolved efficiently and effectively. Attend client meetings, delivering presentations such as Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). Support tender pricing activities as required. Supervise, guide, and mentor junior buyers within the team. Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best procurement packages in terms of quality, cost, delivery, and service for non-stock materials. Demonstrate strong sourcing and technical expertise, including the ability to identify product manufacturers, source directly, or recommend suitable alternatives. Place purchase orders with suppliers in line with customer requirements. Ensure timely achievement of material deliveries and processing deadlines. Guarantee compliance with quality assurance standards, including the provision of data sheets and test certificates with relevant goods. Ensure adherence to both company and client quality management systems. Maintain accurate component data, standard costs, and lead times within the Sage system. Ensure all procurement activities and processes are fully compliant and auditable. Adhere to all regulations and procedures regarding the transportation of dangerous goods. Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing the pressures of demanding targets and tight deadlines. Handle incoming telephone calls and provide professional responses. Assist with other duties in the sales office as required. Requirements Business Degree/CIPS qualified 5 years experience in a similar role Ability to work within a busy environment, meeting demanding targets and working to tight deadlines Strong analytical skills Strong sourcing and negotiating skills Experience leading and mentoring teams Competent with Microsoft Office Packages, including Power Bi Experience within the maintenance, repair and operating supplies (MRO). Our Company From our roots in agricultural inspections, Peterson and Control Union have been operating for nearly 100 years in the field of logistics, quality, certifications and risk management. Our in-depth knowledge and experience covers all aspects of the supply chain in many industries including agriculture, energy, forestry, sustainability and textiles. 80:20 Procurement Ltd, a Peterson company, can supply the complete range of low value consumables and one off supplies. By using unique commercial models and e-commerce to improve the ordering process, we can effectively use our skills to manage the Tail of the Supply Chain . How to Apply Please click at Apply for this job to upload your resume. For further information please contact:

Buyer Job function/Scope: The successful candidate will be responsible for aspects of procurement related activities against clients requirements and contracts, including liaising with clients both onshore and offshore to ensure their needs are met and that supply of goods and services are to their satisfaction A proven record in procurement is essential with particular emphasis on sourcing of one off purchases to add value for all parties. Good customer skills and motivation to make a difference with a team. Roles & responsibilities: To develop and maintain effective relationships with Clients Suppliers and Internal Stakeholders. Processing customer enquiries and orders. Source, select and negotiate for the best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with suppliers. Supply expediting reports as requested. Ensure QA requirements are met data sheets and test certificates to be supplied with relevant goods. Ensure compliance with company and client quality management system. Sourcing and procurement of non-stock materials for customer requirements. Strong sourcing skills - Ability to identify the manufacturer of the goods and source direct. Achieve materials delivery and process deadlines. Ensure customer problems or queries are resolved efficiently. Assist with other duties in the sales office as required. Ensure component, standard cost and lead time are maintained or improved Ensure that all procedures are complied with and all actions are audit-able Ability to work within a busy department and cope with the pressure of meeting demanding targets and working to tight deadlines Phone suppliers for negotiation of quotes and to expedite orders. Performance Measure Customer saving, margin enhancement, RFQ turnaround time, Client feedback. Qualifications and experience Desirable - Business Degree / CIPS Qualified or Currently training to be CIPS qualified. Experience with D365 system. Must have - Competent with Microsoft Office Packages Experience in similar role 80:20 Procurement Ltd, a Peterson company, can supply the complete range of low value consumables and one off supplies. By using unique commercial models and e-commerce to improve the ordering process, we can effectively use our skills to manage the Tail of the Supply Chain . How to Apply Please click at Apply for this job to upload your resume. For further information please contact: