Buyer
Swindon
Permanent


ARM are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a global supplier of niche solutions in Swindon on a permanent basis.

The Buyer will lead on price negotiations and drive cost savings through smart inventory management and strategic purchasing decisions.


Requirements:

* Dynamically negotiate supplier costs and enable more competitive pricing.
* Develop supplier relationships.
* Assist sales with obtaining best commercial position for larger project bids.
* Ensure orders to suppliers enable shipments on-time and in-full.
* Work with sales to establish accurate forecasting requirements for purchasing.
* Analyse and achieve pack size optimisation to establish a best-in-class responsiveness to
* customers and cost savings.


Requirements:

* Purchasing experience is essential.
* Highly analytical.
* Strong supplier management skills.
* CIPS qualified is preferred.
* Commercial focused and results orientated.
* Ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.



This vacancy is being advertised by Advanced Resource Managers. ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions.

Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.