Senior Buyer (Belfast / Hybrid 35k - 40k)

Job description

VANRATH are delighted to be working with a globally recognised manufacturing giant. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain international experience. My client requires a Senior Buyer to join their dynamic team.

What's in it for you?

• Salary - £35,000 - £40,000
• Excellent working environment
• Hybrid working pattern
• Flexi-time
• On-site parking
• Initial interim contract with view to go permanent

About your next employer

VANRATH are delighted to be working with a global leader in manufacturing. You will be responsible for performing sourcing, commercial and contractual activities focusing on price, contract terms and conditions, quality and technical specifications across a number of commodities.

This is an immediate requirement by my client, candidates with a short notice period would be preferred.

About you

• Minimum HNC in business related subject or relevant qualification
• 2 years' + experience with a Sourcing or Procurement role
• Solid IT skills
• Demonstrable experience of ERP/MRP systems

What you'll do

• Negotiate, administrate and control supplier contracts to ensure continuity of contractual cover.
• Prepare and issue requests for request for proposals to supply base.
• Identify and realise cost optimisation opportunities and support sites /business units with appropriate sourcing strategies.
• Manage the application of contractual remedies against breaches.
• Support the development of new sources of supply and establish strategic alliances.
• Maintain all Sourcing related systems to the highest levels of data accuracy.
• Commercial liaison including resolution of claims.
• Cost management.

To apply today contact Ethan Boylan in the strictest confidence.

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''The team at VANRATH were extremely helpful in helping me find my new role. They kept me up to date on my application and provided excellent advice throughout the interview process. Overall the process could not have gone smoother or any quicker and I would definitely recommend reaching out to them if you are on the lookout for a new role.''

''I was contacted by VANRATH in regards to a job I had applied for. They were extremely helpful and gave me a number of positions to apply for. They had interviews set up in a number of hours and I secured a position within days. They kept we well informed throughout the process and has continued to touch base after I have started my new role. Couldn't recommend enough.''