Buyer Work, Jobs in Aberdare, Rct (with Salaries)

Senior Purchasing Supervisor
Tenneco —Merthyr Tydfil
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- No degree
Buyer
General Dynamics Land Systems UK —Pentrebach
- £31,200 - £39,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Quality control
- Mentoring
Buyer
TT Electronics plc —Abercynon
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Purchasing Administrator
DUNRAVEN MANUFACTURING LTD —Bridgend
- From £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
8d
Purchase to Pay Team Member (Purchasing)
HM Revenue and Customs —Swansea
- £31,096 - £33,270 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Work from home
12d
Buyer - FTC/secondment until September 2027
Network Rail —Cardiff
- £29,000 a year
- Full-time
Procurement Manager
Neos Hospitality —Cardiff
- From £42,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Negotiation
Quick apply
1d
Strategic Procurement Manager
Hestad Industrial and Commercial Services —Bridgend
- £4,300 - £5,200 a month
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Quick apply
4d
Procurement Apprentice
Hafod —Cardiff
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Organisational skills
Electronic Component Buyer
Cleartone Telecoms Ltd —Cwmbran
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- In-person
- Communication skills
Quick apply
13d
Senior Procurement Business Manager
NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership —Cardiff
- £50,129 - £57,365 a year
- Full-time
5d
Buyer
HWM-Water Limited —Cwmbran
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- Business
- Communication skills
Quick apply
Procurement Manager
Starling —Cardiff
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- Negotiation
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Senior Consultant - Capital Procurement
Proxima —Cardiff
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Travel
NPI Buyer
Safran —Cwmbran
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
Purchasing Data Analyst
Safran —Cwmbran
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Employee assistance programme
6d
Director, Global Sourcing (m/f/d)
Revvity —Cardiff
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
Senior Procurement Manager
M Group —Newport
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Contracts
- Annual leave
Strategic Buyer
Safran —Cwmbran
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Employee assistance programme
18h
Buyer
KLA —Newport
- Overtime
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Communication skills
- Annual leave

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Senior Purchasing Supervisor

Tenneco -
Merthyr Tydfil

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Job details

Qualifications

Sourcing
Stakeholder collaboration
CIPS
Lean
ERP software
ISO 9001
Cost control
Bachelor's degree
Continuous improvement
Procurement cost optimisation strategy
Supply chain management
Risk management
Cost optimisation planning
Purchasing
Multidisciplinary collaboration
SAP ERP
Negotiated procurement
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience

Full job description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.

With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.

How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.

Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.

Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Supply Chain Supervisor/ Sr. Purchasing Supervisor, you support the execution of the site’s supply chain activities with a primary focus on New Product Introduction, materials purchase & management. You drive sourcing, supplier development and end-to-end supply chain readiness for new product launches.

Working closely with the Supply Chain Manager, you act as a strong number two—providing day-to-day oversight, driving disciplined execution, and stepping in to lead when required. You take a hands-on approach to problem-solving, team coordination, and continuous improvement while building capability within the materials and warehouse function.

A strong background in purchasing is essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

NPI Supply Chain Leadership

Own end-to-end supply chain readiness for new product introductions, from concept through ramp-up
Partner with Engineering and Operations to ensure early supplier involvement and manufacturability
Ensure supplier capacity, tooling, and timelines are aligned with programme milestones

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management

Define and execute sourcing strategies aligned to cost, quality, and delivery targets
Select and onboard suppliers based on technical and commercial fit
Lead negotiations to achieve cost reductions and long-term value
Deliver continuous cost improvement through design-to-cost and sourcing initiatives

Supplier Performance & Development

Build strong, effective relationships with key suppliers
Track supplier performance across quality, delivery, and cost
Drive improvement initiatives to strengthen capability and reliability
Lead resolution of supply or quality issues where needed

Leadership & Cross-Functional Impact

Provide day-to-day guidance and mentorship to supply chain team members
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and planning teams to deliver business objectives
Support a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative team culture

Risk & Continuous Improvement

Identify and mitigate supply risks across NPI and production phases
Develop sourcing strategies that improve supply resilience (e.g., dual sourcing)
Drive process improvements across sourcing, supplier management, and planning
Support ERP/MRP accuracy and supply chain data integrity

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing supply chain operations in a fast paced environment with a focus on NPI or project-based sourcing (manufacturing preferred).
Proven track record in supplier management, negotiation, and cost optimization
Strong understanding of inventory control, material flow, and warehouse processes.
Working knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to manage day-to-day execution while supporting broader objectives.
Familiar with TS16949 management system and ISO9001 QMS is preferred
Professional certification CIPS, APICS/CPIM, CSCP, are advantageous

We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know.

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