Technical Buyer (4 - 6 Month Contract)

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Job Title: Buyer (Procurement Specialist) – 4–6 Month Contract Job Purpose The Buyer will be responsible for supporting and executing strategic procurement activities, with a strong focus on supplier management, cost optimisation, and global sourcing. The role ensures effective end-to-end purchasing processes, supplier performance, and value creation through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) reduction initiatives. Minimum Requirements Degree or Higher Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or related field 3–5 years’ experience in procurement or strategic sourcing Experience in the automotive or transport manufacturing sector (advantageous) No criminal record Strong exposure to supplier management and contract administration Key Competencies High attention to detail Honest, trustworthy, and reliable Strong team player with ability to work independently Cautious and safety-conscious approach Willingness to learn and adapt Strong sense of accountability and pride in work Core Skills & Experience Supplier performance management and evaluation Contract management and negotiation Financial and spend analysis Cost reduction and cost avoidance strategies Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis Global sourcing and supplier identification Purchasing intelligence and market research Supply chain risk analysis Purchase-to-pay cycle management Exposure to investment analysis (advantageous) Planning and procurement strategy execution Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end purchase-to-pay cycle, ensuring accuracy and efficiency Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure optimal performance Identify, evaluate, and appoint competitive and compliant suppliers Conduct market research and sourcing of new global suppliers Drive cost reduction initiatives and TCO optimisation strategies Perform supplier performance analysis and implement improvement plans Manage supplier contracts and ensure compliance with agreed terms Analyse procurement spend and provide actionable insights Mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning and analysis Support product development initiatives with suppliers where required Ensure adherence to procurement policies and ISO standards Contribute to continuous improvement of purchasing intelligence processes Support affiliates in resolving sourcing and supply chain challenges Drive negotiation outcomes that deliver cost savings and value creation Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Cost savings and negotiation gains achieved Cost avoidance percentage Supplier performance ratings Average supplier payment terms Percentage of global sourcing utilisation Reduction in inflation impact on direct materials Supplier compliance and contract adherence Internal customer satisfaction levels Efficiency of purchase-to-pay cycle

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