Job Description
We're seeking a confident and commercially mindedSenior Buyer to join our growing client in Andover. You will take full ownership of supplier relationships and commodity areas. To thrive in this role, you'll bring a strong mix of technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills.Senior BuyerPermanentCompetitive SalaryMon-Thurs 8:00-16:45, Fri 8:00-13:00AndoverSenior BuyerJob Description
- Lead supplier negotiations and contract implementation
- Manage supplier performance, risk, and cost-reduction initiatives
- Support new product development and continuous improvement
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams
- Handle supplier audits, PPAP, and quality-related problem-solving
- A proactive problem-solver who can identify trends and implement long-term, sustainable solutions
- Experience working in a Manufacturing environment
- Experience managing UK and international suppliers
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive cost savings
- Experienced in driving continuous improvement initiatives
- 25 days + bank holidays
- Voluntary Activities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Rewards scheme
- Learning and Development Opportunities
- Sports and Social Club
- CIPS investment
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