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Senior Buyer
InnovateStaffordshire, ENG, UK21 hours ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionProven experience in procurement / supply chain (leadership preferred) Strong supplier relationship and orderbook management skills Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., IFS) CIPS qualification (desirable) Excellent communication and teamworking skills Problem-solving mindset and ability to juggle priorities Willingness to travel occasionally for supplier visits
Job Description
We’re hiring a Senior Buyer to join our growing team and take the lead in operational procurement activities.
What you’ll do :
- Lead and support the day-to-day performance of the procurement team
- Manage key suppliers across the full procurement lifecycle
- Ensure accurate, up-to-date orderbooks aligned with business needs
- Monitor procurement KPIs and implement corrective actions
- Act as first point of escalation for procurement issues
- Attend production meetings and align procurement with manufacturing needs
- Provide coaching, development, and leadership to the team
- Support reporting and strategic initiatives with the Supply Chain Manager
- Assist with procurement tasks during peak workloads or holidays
What you’ll need :