Senior Buyer

Duties and responsibilities
Manage the purchasing of goods and services in line with business requirements, demand forecasts, and risk considerations.
Create, implement, and roll out procurement processes and ensure stakeholder compliance.
Build and maintain excellent working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Conduct ongoing supplier benchmarking, market analysis, and sourcing of alternative suppliers.
Evaluate supplier performance and work with stakeholders to investigate and resolve any performance issues.
Lead cost reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations and contract optimisation.
Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, lead times, and payment terms.
Ensure favourable commercial terms are agreed and documented.
Support stock management processes, including safety stocks, reorder points, and reduction of duplication and obsolescence.
Ensure stakeholder adherence to inventory procedures, including goods receipt, stock checking, and usage reporting.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance supplier performance.
Conduct regular market research to remain informed of industry trends and supply chain risks.
Ensure procurement decisions are aligned with business needs through close collaboration with internal departments.
Provide proactive communication and guidance on procurement activity.
Maintain accurate procurement records and contribute to reporting on procurement KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policy, quality standards, and ethical sourcing requirements. • Deputise for the Supply Chain Manager when required.

Support the Supply Chain Manager in the continual development and improvement of supply chain practices.
Minimum Qualifications
Proven experience in a senior buying or procurement role.
Proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Already holds or is working towards CIPS or CIM qualification.
• In partnership with the HSE department, ensure the continuous improvement of safety and environmental performance and compliance with all laws, regulations, and industry standards/codes • Reports all incidents or breaches of policy or regulations to the line manager

Commitment to proactive intervention where an unsafe act or condition is observed
Adherence to Deutsche Windtechnik Offshore Ltd.’s integrated management system, ensuring document control and improvements to key processes are maintained
Desirable Competencies
Experience with ERP systems and inventory control.
Knowledge of procurement compliance, sustainability, and risk management.
• Background in fast-paced industries such as manufacturing, utilities, or construction. • Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Ability to analyse data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Teamwork, collaboration, and willingness to take responsibility independently.
Strong communication skills (written and verbally) with good attention to detail, accuracy and methodical in work processes.
Full UK Driving License
Proactive approach and confident in decision-making.
Focused on continuous improvement and delivering value.
Other essentials
You will also need to provide the correct Right to Work documentation and relevant qualifications.

Deutsche Windtechnik is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at DWT is based solely on an individual’s merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. DWT does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, ****** orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

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We Offer
32 days of annual leave (increasing with length of service).
Private Health Insurance.
An Employee Assistance Programme that offers 24/7 confidential support.
A Private Pension Scheme.
Life Assurance.