Electronics Buyer

Portfolio Procurement have been engaged by our leading Bedfordshire based client to recruit for an Electronics Buyer.

The role:

• Taking a proactive role in managing the company's supplier and cost base
• Identifying new supplier and/or product opportunities
• Driving new product development, innovation, and resourcing activity
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of the Purchasing function

Responsibilities:

• Day to day commercial management of the supplier base
• Product sourcing to include supplier prospecting, assessment of their pedigree, capability, customer base, financial well-being, price competitiveness, product quality, service levels, etc.
• Supplier contracts, agreements, and commercial terms (price, lead time, payment terms, delivery terms, returns arrangements, rebate arrangements, etc.)
• Driving savings, working capital improvements and supply chain efficiencies through effective negotiation and procurement
• Validation of cost price movements by reference to changes in market indices (raw

Skills and Experience:

• Educated to Degree Level
• 2+ years' experience in an OEM product sourcing/buying role with experience of working with a global third-party supplier base
• Proven track record of delivering results, cost savings and improvements
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a thorough and accurate approach to work
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in both a team environment and on own
• Negotiation experience in a previous procurement or supply chain role
• Organised, resourceful and a lateral thinker with a proactive approach to tasks
• Ability to work effectively in high pressure and deadline driven situations
• Computer literate with strong Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookup, etc)
• Drive, ambition and enthusiasm to deliver results and progress within the organisation

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