Senior Buyer

Whether it’s industrial embedded computing, custom lithium battery packs, antennas, secure communication systems, or imaging technology we design, manufacture and supply it. 

From the ocean floor to the edge of space, Custom Power innovation is making sure that vital technology operates consistently, reliably, and above all safely, around the clock.

Our products can be found gathering scientific insight in the cold and crushing depths at the ocean floor, transmitting high bandwidth data across hostile terrain, processing colossal amounts of traffic data, and enabling secure ticket sales on board a train.

From the first day of your employment with us, you will be part of an organisation that strives every day to make your work rewarding and cares for your safety and wellbeing.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage procurement operations. You will be required to develop purchasing strategies and to build and maintain stakeholder relationships as well as playing an essential role in supporting the Supply Chain Manager. You will be leading an existing team and will play an integral part in the ongoing growth of the department as well as managing and developing personnel within the team. 

Occasional travel may be required as part of the role.

·       Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers

·       Building and maintaining effective supplier relationships

·       Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing

·       Obtaining quotations and negotiating best prices from suppliers

·       Attending meetings as required across the UK

·       Sourcing and arranging tenders from new and existing suppliers

·       Managing other member of the procurement team

·       Provide training and guidance on best practices in procurement and supplier management.

·       Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and industry regulations.

·       Ensuring that priorities are worked on using the information from the MRP system

·       Raising purchase orders and maintaining order progression

·       Completing quotation headers for the sales team

·       Logistics management and process of customs entry for imports

·       Liaising between purchasing, production and the sales team to ensure regular and precise communication is maintained

·       Seeking ways to improve current processes

·       Adherence to all health, safety, environmental & quality policies and standards outlined by the company.

·       Strong negotiation and communication skills.

·       Ability to analyse market trends, supplier data, and cost structures.

·       Ability to think critically and develop long-term procurement strategies.

·       Excellent people management and development skills.

·       Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·       Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

·       Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills

·       Ability to multitask and prioritise

·       Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills needed to communicate to multiple stakeholders

·       Excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to work well with tight timescales while maintaining a high level of attention to detail 

You will have extensive experience of working as a Buyer , preferably within a manufacturing environment. Previous experience of working in a senior or leadership role would be advantageous, but is not essential.

You will have the desire to deliver the best result for the business, whilst considering the most effective way to implement change where required. You will be able to effectively build successful relationships with internal and external customers and have the ability to lead and support a team.

You will hold a Level 4 CIPS qualification as a minimum.

Summary Details

Job Type: Office based

Job Title: Senior Buyer

Location: Redditch, Worcestershire

Hours: 38 hours per week, worked Monday - Friday

Salary Package: Competitive

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with long service

Discretionary Bonus once a year

Salary Sacrifice Pension

4 x Salary Death in Service payment

Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme, including:

·      Corporate Healthcare Plan

·      Employee Assistance program

·      Wellbeing App

·      Discount scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

EV Scheme

Eligible for enrolment in Employee Share Scheme after 12 months service.