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Job Description
Job Title: Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer
Location: Birmingham (Office Based)
Salary: £41,000
Job Description:
Pertemps are seeking a Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer to join our Client in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, supplier negotiation, and contract management. This role requires excellent communication skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Our client is a leading provider of aluminium and titanium solutions for a wide range of industries.
Responsibilities:
- Negotiate with suppliers using various techniques including individual meetings, e-auctions, and summits.
- Benchmark existing suppliers and explore alternative products and sources of supply.
- Ensure contracts and NDAs are in place for all suppliers and negotiate renewals.
- Manage the savings database to record achieved cost savings initiatives.
- Coordinate health & safety compliance for contractors and liaise with the EHS team.
- Complete monthly self-assessment ASAT tool in accordance with requirements.
- Attend engineering meetings and meetings with suppliers and SPAs.
- Assist teams with finance and requisitions queries.
- Support Procurement Manager with reporting, event preparation, and administrative tasks.
- Implement and follow procedures and negotiate T&Cs with suppliers.
- Perform general administrative duties associated with procurement office.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement or related business negotiation.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to work in a pressurised, ever-changing environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Prioritisation and analytical skills.
- Proactive attitude and team player.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in contract management and conflict resolution.
- Proven decision-making and project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Good presentation skills.
- Pursuing or fully qualified in CIPS certification.
- Understanding of UK Commercial Law.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry.
Join our team in Birmingham and become part of a company that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.