Strategic Buyer

Company: Elevation Recruitment Group
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Location: Kingston upon Hull
Job Description:

Strategic Buyer – Hull – circa £45,0000 + CIPS – Flexible Hours + Great Benefits!

Elevation Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering exclusively with a market leading manufacturer in Hull who are looking to recruit a Strategic Buyer to join their team.

This role will suit someone who comes from a manufacturing background with experience in strategic procurement and contract negotiation.

Strategic Buyer Benefits:

  • 35 days annual leave
  • Flexi hours and a 1pm finish on a Friday
  • Free gym membership
  • CIPS study support & internal training & development
  • Death in service (2 x salary)
  • Pension
  • Free onsite parking
  • Health & Wellbeing program
  • Various company & charity events

Strategic Buyer Duties:

  • Build and manage supplier relationships
  • Negotiate contracts and ensure fair pricing
  • Source and onboard new suppliers with proper checks
  • Monitor supplier performance and address issues
  • Achieve cost savings and track market trends
  • Run tenders and recommend best-value options
  • Align payment terms with business goals
  • Support new product launches and cross-team collaboration
  • Maintain ethical standards and compliance

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday (flexi time)

Required skills & experience:

  • Background within a similar role within a manufacturing environment
  • Skilled negotiator with the ability to manage contracts, terms and pricing
  • Strong relationship management

If you would like to discuss this Strategic Buyer role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now!

Posted: May 2nd, 2025