A global chemical company is looking for a new Operational Buyer to join them in Leverkusen. Their diverse product range includes foam filling for seats, mattresses and box-spring. They supply to some of their largest names in the industry and offer excellent career progression opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
- Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations
- Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities
- Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organisation
- Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
- Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities
Skills and experience
- Background in operational purchasing
- Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve set targets
- Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations
- Keen attention to detail and accuracy
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Chance to work with some of the biggest names in the industry
- Exciting new projects