Position Overview & Specifications

Strategic Buyer

Location: Plymouth, Devon UK, with Hybrid options 2-3x per week

Salary: £32,000 to £42,000 dependant on experience + monthly bonus

Rittal-CSM are recruiting for a Strategic Buyer to join their busy Supply Chain department.

Rittal is the world’s largest manufacturer of enclosures for the electrical, electronic and IT markets. With dedicated, highly motivated and skilled staff, Rittal has achieved market dominance through a commitment to providing its customers with excellence in every respect.

Responsibilities:-

Create purchase orders for approval.
Monitor and drive supplier performance. Ensure suppliers deliver on time in full, take corrective actions when required.
Escalate in a timely manner with the supplier (i.e. beyond the normal contacts. Escalate within CSM as required to encourage peer to peer communication
Create forecast information for suppliers, ensure it is sent on a regular basis as agreed with the supplier
Regular communication and meetings with key suppliers. This will include face to face meetings and visits
Create stocking policies with key suppliers. Typically to manage the risk areas of long lead time parts and single source parts.
Material cost management. Monitor material costs at least once a month, analysis of changes (beneficial and adverse) Drive cost improvements through negotiation, supplier selection/quotes and more strategic approaches (longer times pricing)
Support new product development through supplier selection and sourcing of new parts.
Safety, ensure that all materials are delivered in a safe and secure manner.

Essential Skills/Experience