Senior Strategic Buyer

Title : Senior Strategic Buyer – Indirect

Industry : Manufacturing

Location : NRW (hybrid / remote)

Salary : Competitive base + performance-based bonuses and company benefits

Contract : Full-time / permanent

SciNova are exclusively supporting one of Europe’s leading Speciality Chemical and Manufacturing companies, known producing sustainable and innovative chemical compounds for both the Manufacturing, Metals and Life Science industries. This is a newly created position where you will be responsible for devising and implementing the European-wide strategic direction for this category.

We are seeking a hands-on, process-driven individual who has a wealth of experience in purchasing indirect materials and services for complex industries with exceptional internal stakeholder management skills.

Role responsibilities :

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for indirect services and materials aligned with business objectives set in both Europe and US.
• Lead contract negotiations and supplier selection + build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure continuity and quality of supply throughout one of their most critical / busiest sites.
• Implement new / revise existing processes and procedures within the Procurement department and drive adoption of automation.
• Collaborate closely with finance, HR, maintenance, production, quality teams etc. to ensure sourcing aligns with technical and operational requirements.

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How to apply :

Send your CV to lauren.howes@scinovasearch.com or instantly apply via LinkedIn.