Strategic Sourcing Buyer

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

12/6/2024

Exciting Opportunity for a Strategic Sourcing Buyer in Ipswich: Expand Your Horizons!

Our client, an esteemed engineering and manufacturing company based in Ipswich, is looking for a skilled and experienced strategic sourcing buyer who will help them to expand their horizons. The successful candidate will be responsible for international procurement, commodities management, global supply chain strategy development, and much more.

Qualifications Required for Strategic Sourcing Buyer Role:
We are seeking a highly qualified candidate with a Bachelor's degree or higher qualification, certification or experience with CIPS preferred, and at least 5 years of relevant work experience.

Skills:
International Procurement:
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of the principles and practices involved in procuring goods from overseas suppliers. They must also possess excellent negotiation skills when dealing with various vendors across different continents. Additionally, they should be familiar with customs regulations and understand how to navigate international trade laws.

Engineering & Manufacturing:
A deep understanding of engineering processes such as design and manufacture is essential, along with any comprehension regarding production techniques and materials that are commonly utilized within this sector. They should also have experience in working with suppliers who manufacture bespoke items, as well as those that provide standard components.

Global Supply Chain Strategy:
We are looking for someone who has demonstrated the ability to develop strategies aimed at improving efficiency while reducing costs associated primarily through Globalization initiatives involving areas outside their organization's operational boundaries (i.e., distribution networks). They should be familiar with the latest technologies and techniques that are used to streamline supply chain operations and be able to apply them in a practical manner.

Commodities Management:
We are seeking a candidate with an expert-level skill set related specifically towards commodity markets, including market analysis and predictive modeling models, amongst others. They should always keep up-to-date on all regulatory changes pertinent therein and be able to advise stakeholders on the best course of action.

Location and Benefits:
Ipswich is one of England's most picturesque locations, offering beautiful surroundings and a wealth of cultural activities. Our client offers hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to balance your personal life seamlessly alongside professional growth opportunities provided by our supportive environment where we strive daily toward continued progress together! We also offer a competitive salary and package (including bonus & pension).

How to Apply for the Strategic Sourcing Buyer Role:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please forward your CV and cover letter detailing why you feel suitable for this role and your salary requirements upfront via email today! We look forward to hearing from you.

Desired Skills and Experience

Commodity Manager / CIPS / Purchasing / Procurement / Buyer / Logistics / Supply Chain / Buying / Engineering / SKU / Costing /

To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales