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Strategic Buyer

Manufacturing

West Yorkshire

Permanent ⁄ £30000 - £40000

Updated January 30, 2012


This newly created role wills see the successful candidate lead the negotiation for strategic sourcing activity.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers as required and at least on an annual basis
• Forecast and exceed savings (PPV) targets through negotiation, resourcing, VAVE
• Reduce supplier count for allocated categories
• Liaise with global procurement teams to help achieve strategic aims
• Maintain price file and other commercial terms in AS400 system
• Ensure careful documentation of commercial agreements
• Maintain relevant KPI's
Proven negotiator
Demonstrates excellent commercial awareness
Excellent communication skills at all levels
Credible and confident
Ability to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining Customer focus
Flexible team player
'Can do' approach to tasks
Self motivated with a positive personal impression
Encourages team work and contribution throughout all levels of the organisation
Can demonstrate conflict management
Articulate and Numerate
Leads by example and demonstrates professional standards at all times
A desire for self development

Who we're looking for
Witha professional qualification, you will possess the following attributes:
Proven negotiator
Demonstrates excellent commercial awareness
Excellent communication skills at all levels
Credible and confident
Ability to meet tight deadlines whilst maintaining Customer focus
Flexible team player
'Can do' approach to tasks
Self motivated with a positive personal impression
Encourages team work and contribution throughout all levels of the organisation
Can demonstrate conflict management
Articulate and Numerate
Leads by example and demonstrates professional standards at all times
A desire for self development

About our client
A division of a major manufacturing PLC business

What's on offer
£30,000- £40,000 + Package

Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on 0161 833 5086.  Job Ref: 13214079
Your application will be sent to Peter Simmonds.

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