Site Buyer
Robert Walters
Conwy Principal Area
Job type
contract
Location
Conwy Principal Area, Wales
A leading manufacturer is seeking a Site Buyer with management experience to join their procurement team, offering you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving cost reduction, supplier selection, and contract implementation. You will influence sourcing strategies, benchmark site spend, manage a team, and deliver targeted savings while supporting global business objectives. Please note this is a fully on-site role, occasional travel within the UK and abroad may be required.
What You'll Do:
You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement within the business unit. Your day-to-day activities will involve:
- Providing an efficient and cost-effective procurement service for the business.
- Acting as the local representative of the group purchasing team, supporting and implementing sourcing categories.
- Managing two purchasing co-ordinators.
- Liaising with suppliers throughout the procurement process and monitoring performance.
- Identifying new suppliers, agree terms, negotiate supply agreements.
- Evaluating contractors thoroughly and manage documentation requirements to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Undertaking supplier visits, reporting findings to the business and identifying opportunities for improvement. ← Back to job search