Contact HR Services and Solutions
HR Services and Solutions
Category Buyer
Leicester, Leicestershire
Contact HR Services and Solutions
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 10 hours ago
- Salary
- 65000.00 GBP Annual + + EXCELLENT Benefits
- Recruiter
- HR Services and Solutions
- Closes
- 14 Jun 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Role – Category Buyer cGBP65k + Benefits
1 x PERMANENT 1 X 6 – 12 months FIXED TERM CONTRACT (could lead to perm role) LOCATIONS: WEST MIDLANDS or LEICESTER! HYBRID – 4 DAYS ON SITE GREAT BENEFITS! My client is a leader in their field, due to continued growth they are looking for 2 Category Buyers with strong admin and excel skills with plenty of get up and go! My client is on a rapid growth trajectory with circa 500 employees and growing. You will be joining at an exciting time of growth within the established procurement team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting the implementation of defined category strategies for relevant commodities Supporting the ongoing commodity risk management (CRM) process along with development of risk mitigation plans for designated supply base Provision of market data, supplier data and market intelligence Drafting tenders, conducting analysis and preparation of business recommendations Delivery of relevant projects such as cost saving, quality improvemenT Supplier relationship management, performance and KPI management Input into the annual budget process, identifying and managing risks & opportunities as relevant Identification and evaluation of potential new suppliers as required Skills and Experience
Procurement experience in commodity markets mainly in food manufacturing Experience in supplier management Experience in ERP and MRP tools Ability to analyse and interpret data Good understanding of incoterms Competency in negotiation skills High level of competency in Microsoft Excel and Power point Good communication skills Can do attitude Self–Awareness If you feel you have the skills and experience, please upload your CV in the first instance.
Ad ID: 5418348329
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