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Indirect Buyer - Automotive Manufacturing Midlands (multi-site responsibility across three plants) £50,000 - £55,000 DOE + excellent benefits Most buying jobs are predictable. This one isn't. One day you're negotiating a supplier on forklift tyres, the next you're locking in a multi-million-pound site-services deal across multiple plants. It's fast, it's varied, it's challenging, but nobody breathes down your neck, and you're treated like an adult. Day-to-day you'll: Own the entire supply strategy for maintenance, repair, services and consumables Deliver (and beat) serious savings targets that hit the bottom line Benchmark, run RFQs, negotiate contracts like a pro Chase down non-conformities and make sure they stay fixed Keep the plants, engineering and finance all pointing the same direction Identify market opportunities to satisfy the plants requirements Improve and implement the cost reduction programs through price reductions / optimisations You'll thrive here if you have: Real indirect/MRO/plant buying experience inside manufacturing (advantageous if this has come from within Automotive) CIPS is advantageous; proven results are essential A track record of real savings and juggling multiple projects without dropping any Strong communication - you'll talk to people on the shop floor and ops directors in the same hour across differing departments, so you'll utilise your strong relationship building skills The drive to work independently but the sense to escalate when it matters You'll fit if you're: Proactive, results driven and enjoy building meaningful relationships Brilliant at prioritising the 3 things that matter out of 20 on your plate Comfortable pushing back (politely but firmly) when needed Ambitious - you want the next step (senior MRO, category lead, logistics, development - it's all possible here) About the Organisation: A large, high volume automotive manufacturing operation that forms part of a global tier one group. The site operates in a fast paced, quality critical environment where equipment uptime, supplier performance and cost control directly impact production and customer delivery. This role offers the chance to work within a globally connected manufacturing business while having real ownership and visibility at site level. You will gain exposure to best practice processes, complex operations and a role that genuinely impacts performance. The benefits package: £50k base (up to £55k if you're exceptional) Substantial employer pension contribution Electric car scheme via salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme Discounted gym membership Option to buy/sell holiday Flexible start & finish times every day 1 day a week work-from-home Genuine progression - promotion from within and there's clear headroom If you get a buzz from turning supplier chaos into hard cash savings and being trusted to just get on with it, send your CV and we'll talk further.

TXM is recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist rail engineering organisation based in Cardiff. This business operates within the UK rail industry, delivering high-quality engineering solutions across rail vehicle maintenance, refurbishment, overhaul, component repair and system upgrades. Operating from a modern, purpose-built facility, they support train operating companies and rolling stock owners nationwide, with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Buyer to take responsibility for the end-to-end procurement of goods and services that support operational delivery across the business. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will source and evaluate suppliers, manage quotations and contracts, and negotiate commercial terms to achieve best value while minimising risk. You will also play a key role in developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring consistent quality, reliability and performance within a highly regulated rail and engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the full procurement lifecycle, from demand identification through to purchase order placement and supplier performance review. Issue RFQs, evaluate bids and negotiate cost, quality and delivery terms. Implement category management principles and support contract management, KPIs and supplier performance monitoring. Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers. Monitor procurement spend, identify cost-saving opportunities and support budget management. Raise, process and expedite purchase orders for direct and indirect materials in line with company policies. Liaise with suppliers and internal production teams to resolve supply issues and ensure materials are delivered to schedule. Support demand forecasting, stock control and stock takes to prevent shortages. Maintain accurate supplier and purchasing records and support month-end and year-end financial processes. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and procurement-related projects across the business. Promote and comply with all safety, health, environment, quality and ethical standards. About You Previous purchasing or procurement experience within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, automotive or similar high-risk, high-value environment. Strong negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven experience in supplier management, contract management and cost reduction initiatives. Good financial acumen with an understanding of budgeting and cost control. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Highly organised, detail-focused and able to manage multiple priorities. CIPS qualification (or working towards) is desirable. This role offers the opportunity to work within a well-established engineering environment, supporting critical rail operations and contributing to the reliability and performance of the UK rail network. You will be part of a collaborative team where safety, quality and continuous improvement are at the core of everything they do. To apply or find out more, please contact TXM, who are managing the recruitment process for this role on behalf of our client.