Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer - Procurement & Supply Chain £36,000 - £52,000 base + additional benefits Kidderminster | Fully On-Site We are seeking a Senior Buyer to join a dynamic procurement team who will be responsible for providing procurement solutions to the Business, with sustainability and competitive sourcing in mind. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled procurement specialist to manage a portfolio of suppliers, deliver strategic sourcing solutions, and play a key role in ensuring operational excellence across both production and non-production requirements. Key Responsibilities - Manage a portfolio of suppliers, including sourcing, RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier agreements. - Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions to secure competitive and sustainable supply solutions. - Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, conducting business reviews and resolving performance issues. - Undertake supplier onboarding and maintain compliance with quality and regulatory standards. - Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and provide regular reporting and analysis. - Support internal teams, including Sales and Marketing, by ensuring supplier quotations underpin customer bids. - Identify cost-saving opportunities, track savings, and report on progress against targets. - Act as a brand ambassador during external supplier visits and maintain proactive communication across stakeholders. - Manage risk across the supplier portfolio, including compliance with regulatory frameworks such as REACH. Required Skills & Experience - Level 4 CIPS qualification or 5+ years' experience in a similar procurement role. - Strong experience in supplier management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) and ERP systems (SAP, Tropos, or similar). - Excellent organisational, analytical, and numerical skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. - Commercially minded with experience delivering cost savings and optimising procurement processes. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders. Desirable Experience - Manufacturing or defence industry background. - Knowledge of UK Government security classifications and import/export regulations. - Experience with EN9100 or similar quality management standards. - Project management training or qualification. Personal Attributes - Proactive, "can-do" attitude with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement. - Team player, adaptable, and resilient, with high standards of integrity and professionalism. - Strong commitment to delivering results while maintaining excellent supplier and stakeholder relationships. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead procurement initiatives, shape supplier strategy, and make a tangible impact within a high-performing team