Vickerstock are working in partnership with an industry-leading manufacturing business on the appointment of a Strategic Buyer. This is a brand-new position for our client, which offers the successful candidate the chance to make an immediate and long lasting impact on the procurement stratgey. As the Strategic Buyer, you will be responsible for purchasing materials in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets, while undertaking research and evaluations of areas for opportunity to reduce costs while maintaining excellent standards. In your new role: Manage the supply of goods and materials, communicating supply problems and areas for improvement. Explore alternate sources for goods and materials Negotiate with multiple external stakeholders to find the most cost-efficient purchase Identify discrepancies that may arise with regards to stock, ordering or payment of material, investigate and resolve Formulate and compile reports as required, including but not limited to, supplier performance, costs reductions and shortages Responsible for calculating selling price for finished product (using the data from the initial cost of material) Work closely with our NPD department to research new product leads/developments Lead team meetings and fully explain to the company upcoming purchasing trends and economic order quantities needed What you will need to succeed: 2+ years buying experience, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG industries. Excellent Excel skills Strong and confident negotiation skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with customers, business partners, and internal stakeholders. Experience compiling and producing reports to management For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Michael Irwin today! Skills: purchasing buyer procurement cips manufacturing