Senior Category Buyer

Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Shipley
Salary/Rate:c. £50,000 plus an attractive benefits package
Job Category:Commercial
Job ref:6359
Post Date:22.10.25
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Jess Heywood
Jess Heywood
Senior Business Partner

About the Role

Our client is a long-established leader in British engineering and manufacturing, with a rich heritage in precision engineering and a strong focus on environmental progress.

They are now seeking a Senior Buyer to take ownership of procurement strategy and supplier management for a new, innovative product line.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially astute procurement professional to join a forward-thinking organisation blending engineering excellence, sustainability, and innovation.


The Role

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape procurement strategy for cutting-edge technology. You'll be responsible for:
 

Strategic Procurement

  • Developing and executing category strategies aligned with business and sustainability objectives

  • Leading supplier selection, tendering, negotiation, and contract management

  • Managing supplier performance and ensuring supply chain resilience

Commercial & Financial Performance

  • Driving measurable cost savings, margin improvements, and value creation

  • Using market intelligence to inform buying decisions and long-term planning

  • Partnering with finance and commercial teams to manage budgets and forecasts

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Working closely with engineering, marketing, and operations teams to align procurement with product and brand strategy

  • Supporting new product launches and sustainability initiatives with timely sourcing solutions

  • Ensuring compliance with ethical sourcing, quality, and environmental standards

Data & Reporting

  • Using data analytics to track KPIs and identify areas for improvement

  • Preparing clear reports and presentations for senior stakeholders



About You

We’re looking for a strategic, commercially astute, and sustainability-minded procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll bring:

  • 5+ years’ experience in FMCG buying, category management or procurement 

  • A strong understanding of procurement best practice and strategic sourcing methodologies

  • A proven ability to deliver commercial results and manage supplier relationships

  • Experience working with retailers and/or technology programmes (RVM, vending, automation or capital equipment desirable)

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

  • Strong analytical capabilities, with proficiency in Excel and Power BI

  • CIPS qualification (or working towards) OR hold a Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Economics


Salary & Benefits:

On offer is a salary of circa £50,000 per annum, plus a generous benefits package including:

  • Annual bonus up to 15% of salary

  • Flexible working policy 
  • 33 days annual leave

  • Bupa health insurance

  • Westfield health cash plan

  • Life assurance

 

Why Apply?

This is a career-defining opportunity to join a globally recognised engineering business that’s shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and recycling. You’ll have the autonomy to influence procurement strategy, working with innovative technologies.

Our client offers a collaborative, forward-thinking culture, excellent long-term career prospects, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on both business performance and the environment.

If you’re a Senior Buyer ready to take the next step in a high-profile sustainability programme, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now in full confidence or contact Jess at Cubed Talent for more information on 07387 269906.

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