Category Buyer - ASC Connections Ltd : Job Details

A specialist automotive/motorsport manufacturer is recruiting an experienced Senior/Category Buyer to work from their Leicestershire headquarters. You will take responsibility for a particular category and selection of suppliers to ensure that high quality parts and components are delivered OTIF to enable Production targets to be met.

Competitive salary with benefits including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension, Discounts, Healthcare.They also offer strong career development and will provide you with career opportunities.

As the Senior/Category Buyer you will support the Purchasing team in:

• Supporting the company's growth by enabling profit through effective sourcing
• Reducing supplier lead time whilst ensuring they maintain the high standards expected.
• Deliver a strategy for your category to ensure that both general production and new model manufacturing can be fulfilled.
• Identify cost saving opportunities within your specific category.

To be successful as a Senior/Category Buyer you will have:

• Previous experience as a Category Buyer, Senior Buyer or Project Buyer within a manufacturing business, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Experience in New Product Introduction.
• Proven negotiation skills and to have an in-depth understanding of commercial terms.
• Far East sourcing.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Purchased a range of materials, components, and parts.
• Worked with a range of MER/ERP systems.

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Please note: Any reference to salary or pay rates in this advertisement are indicative only and should only be used as a guide.

ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.