Our client is recruiting for a strategic and proactive Senior Buyer to join their Supply Chain team within a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of supplier relationships, drive commercial value and improve purchasing performance!   The role is offered on a fixed-term basis, with the chance to become permanent! Senior Buyer 9 Month Fixed Term Contract with an opportunity to go Permanent Competitive Salary Monday– Thursday 8:45am-4:45pm & Friday 8:45am-16:30pm (Flexi Working) Kingsbury, London Senior Buyer Job Description Proactively identify, assess and vet new suppliers, lead supplier onboarding. Negotiate competitive pricing and terms, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness and reliable delivery. Review and validate Master Planning outputs, planned purchase orders and material requirements to ensure accurate and timely purchasing decisions. Review and optimise coverage groups, lead times, safety stock and replenishment settings to improve material availability and inventory control. Manage purchase orders, expedite critical materials and proactively resolve supply issues to support production schedules and minimise disruption.    Senior Buyer Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications Must have experience within a manufacturing, engineering or operationally complex environment. Familiarity with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Syspro, SAP, Epicor etc. Experience delivering cost-saving initiatives, strategic sourcing projects or supplier development programmes. Strong understanding of manufacturing supply chains, production schedules, bills of materials and inventory management. Strong commercial awareness, analytical skills and confidence evaluating supplier quotations, costs and risks. CIPS qualification or working towards one.  Senior Buyer Company Benefits Flexi Working Pension contribution (via salary sacrifice) from: Up to 8% employee + employer 10.5% Life Assurance (3x annual salary) Business travel insurance Option to join Private Healthcare Scheme after 3 months Cycle scheme, Home and Tech, Discounts on retail platforms Electric Car scheme (salary sacrifice) YuLife Employee Benefits and Wellbeing app Learning and development opportunities 25 days + BH holidays  If you’re ready for your next opportunity, click ‘Apply’ to find out more