My client, is a leading company in the procurement and supply chain industry is seeking a talented Category Buyer / Senior Category Buyer to join their dynamic team. This exciting role focuses on managing a selection of suppliers in either the Powertrain or Chassis commodities, ensuring exceptional value through strategic sourcing for direct components in motorcycle production.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Category Buyer, you will:
*Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing initiatives to support production growth, optimize costs, and drive efficiency.
*Supplier Relationship Management: Lead and nurture supplier relationships to ensure quality standards, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.
*Innovation Integration: Identify and incorporate cutting-edge market technologies to enhance product offerings.
*Market Analysis: Monitor market trends and deliver data-driven recommendations for supplier selection and value optimization.
*Cost Management: Drive cost-saving initiatives through negotiations, value engineering, and strategic supply base optimization.
*Leadership: Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing procurement team.
What We’re Looking For
*Experience: Proven expertise in procurement or supply chain roles, ideally within the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
*Commercial Acumen: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders.
*Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
*Education: A degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is advantageous (or equivalent purchasing experience).
*Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
Why Join Us?
*Be part of an iconic brand renowned for bold design and innovative engineering.
*Enjoy an enhanced holiday scheme to support your work-life balance.
*Access to a comprehensive employee benefits platform with exclusive perks.
*Benefit from a favorable life assurance scheme.
*Take advantage of discounted rates on motorcycles, clothing, and accessories.
Take the Next Step
If you’re a driven procurement professional with a passion for innovation and motorcycles, this is your opportunity to shine. Join a company that celebrates creativity, precision, and purposeful engineering.
Apply today and accelerate your career!