Buyer
Key Areas of Responsibility, Duties and Deliverables Expected
Responsibilities
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Manage RFQ to SOP activities, including New Product Introduction (NPI).
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Manage a wide range of commodities and suppliers, including Films, Foams, Tapes, Clips, Coatings and Stampings.
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Manage supplier relationships and sourcing activities to ensure continuity of supply.
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Secure supply whilst maximising profitability for the business.
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Negotiate and manage unit pricing and year-on-year cost reductions.
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Establish and maintain framework agreements with suppliers.
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Negotiate Incoterms, minimum order quantities (MOQs), payment terms and lines of credit.
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Manage commercial agreements to support business objectives.
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Deliver cost reduction initiatives whilst maintaining quality, delivery and service levels.
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Manage projects from RFQ through to SOP, ensuring key milestones and objectives are achieved.
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Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support operational and commercial requirements.
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Analyse supplier quotations and associated costs to support purchasing decisions.
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Present commercial information, cost analysis and project updates to management.
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Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and other internal departments to support business objectives.
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Visit suppliers and manufacturing sites as required.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Purchasing function.
General Responsibilities & Duties
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Adhere to company quality awareness.
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Meeting Health and Safety standards, supporting others to do the same.
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Assist other areas of the business when required to carry out the same or similar tasks.
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Any other reasonable duties required.
Personal Attributes
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Extremely self-motivated with a 'can do' approach.
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Ability to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
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Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
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Strong communication and presentation skills.
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Ability to summarise complex data and present it clearly.
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Flexible approach to support business requirements.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Education, Skills, Training and Experience
Education
Essential:
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Degree qualified, ideally in Business, Mathematics or a similar discipline.
Desirable:
Skills
Essential:
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Strong negotiation skills.
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Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate delivered goods costs.
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Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
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Excellent literacy and numeracy.
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Fluent written and spoken English.
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Ability to manage projects from RFQ through to SOP.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable:
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Knowledge of automotive purchasing, preferably plastics-related commodities.
Experience
Essential:
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Minimum of five years' experience as a Buyer or Graduate Buyer.
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Proven track record of delivering projects successfully.
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Proven track record of delivering cost reductions.
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Experience managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations.
Desirable:
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Previous Automotive industry experience.
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Experience purchasing plastics or bought-out components.
Core Values
We pride ourselves on our attitude & culture. It is essential that our Core Values are met irrespective of the job role.
TRUST
Belief and confidence in the reliability of what we do and how we behave.
OPENNESS
Acting with sincerity and transparency.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Taking ownership of our actions and behaviours and delivering our objectives.
RESPECT
Positive behaviours and actions towards others for their abilities, qualities and achievements.
ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT
Applying an enterprising mindset to create new opportunities for change, growth for personal and/or business success.
AGILITY
Operating with a rapid and continuous approach to grow our business and our competitive advantage.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
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Set a good example of safe behaviour, particularly to new entrants and young persons.
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Work in a safe manner and observe site Health and Safety rules and procedures.
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Do not misuse or interfere with anything provided to ensure the Health and Safety of themselves and others.
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Correctly use the protective clothing and equipment provided.
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Report any safety concerns promptly to their Supervisor and take action to prevent injury if it is safe to do so.
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Report all injuries that occur at work and obtain the necessary first aid treatment.
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Help in the investigation of accidents to prevent recurrence.
Additional Information
Occasional travel to other WHS Plastics sites and supplier locations may be required, including UK travel and, where necessary, overseas travel.
This job description reflects the general nature and level of work assigned to the role. It does not restrict management's right to reassign duties, responsibilities or location at any time based on business needs if the work is similar, related or a logical reassignment for the position. The company will, where possible, take into account your personal circumstances.
If you feel you're the right fit for this position, please click 'Apply' to join our team!
Please note: We operate an exclusive recruitment partnership with Owen Daniels and therefore kindly request no agency contact.
For any recruitment-related enquiries, please contact Owen Daniels directly.
