Category Buyer
*Location: Cannock, Staffordshire
*Salary: £36,000-£42,000 plus Quarterly paid Bonus
My family run client are seeking a Category Buyer to lead supply and stock management efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for securing the best cost pricing for a specific product category, with the goal of supporting business growth and maximising profitability.
Day to Day of the role:
*Negotiate and secure the best pricing from suppliers, preparing competitive quotations for the sales team.
*Place daily purchase orders for stock and non-stock items, ensuring timely delivery.
*Monitor purchase orders to confirm they are on schedule and that deliveries are booked in.
*Manage the SAP-MRP system for the category to ensure stock availability meets customer demand.
*Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, meeting suppliers quarterly
*Driving continuous performance improvements.
*Maintain rigorous control over buying prices, actively seeking ways to reduce costs.
*Liaison and collaboration with Marketing, sales, R&D, NPD teams internally
*Responsible for a spend of approximately 10MIL, stock holding for this category of 1MIL
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience in supply chain management, particularly in securing favourable pricing and managing stock levels.
*Experience if managing supplier relationships proactively
*Proficiency in ERP/ MRP systems and a strong understanding of stock management practices, SAP knowledge would be an advantage.
*Strong MS Excel user
*Someone who is used to a fast-paced working environment
*Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
*Strong analytical abilities and a keen eye for detail.
*A commitment to upholding company values and contributing to team success.
*A willingness to engage in continuous improvement and personal development.
Benefits:
*Great starting salary
*Quarterly paid bonus scheme, uncapped.
*33 days holiday, Christmas shutdown plus AL increases with service.
*Pension scheme.
*Flexible working hours.
*Free Breakfast or Lunch 3 days a week
*Onsite parking, with electric plug points
*6 WFH days per year.
*Annual Company BBQ, business fun days
*Lots of Progression opportunities
*Company profit bonus scheme
*M6 Toll discount scheme
*Onsite Nurse with annual flu vaccine
*Amazing purpose built, modern offices
To apply for the Category Buyer position, please apply as soon as possible.  Interviews will take place immediately.