Senior Strategic Buyer
Senior Buyer – Leeds – £55,000 + Bonus Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering with a leading manufacturing company in the Leeds area who are seeking a skilled Senior Buyer to join their team. You will take ownership of the strategic sourcing and procurement of materials, ensuring alignment with engineering specifications, quality standards, and production requirements. Benefits :Bonus schem eFlexible workin g25 days holiday + bank holiday sEnhanced pensio nOpportunities for career progressio n Dutie s:Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure competitive cost and valu e.Procure materials in accordance with specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing requirement s.Collaborate with suppliers to investigate and resolve quality or delivery issue s.Identify, evaluate, and develop new and alternative sources for product s.Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance expectations related to cost, quality, delivery, and service are me t.Support new product introductions (NPI) and engineering changes by coordinating supplier readiness and material transition s.Participate in cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement effort s.Analyse demand signals, forecasts, and MRP outputs to proactively manage material availabilit y.Maintain awareness of purchasing policies, regulatory requirements, trade considerations, and market condition s. Required Skills & Experien ce:Purchasing experience in an MRP-driven manufacturing environme nt.Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, outsourced manufacturing, global sourcing, supplier management and commodity categori es.Demonstrated negotiation skills and commercial awarene ss.Experience supporting and implementing change management initiativ es.Ability to maintain effective relationships with peers, suppliers, and custome rs.Service-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improveme nt.If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, get in touch with Mike at Elevation Recruitment Group n ow.