We are looking for a motivated and proactive Indirect / MRO Buyer to manage and optimize purchasing activities across our plants in the Midlands. If you have a strong background in procurement within a manufacturing environment and enjoy negotiating, building supplier relationships, and driving savings — this role is for you!
Your Main Responsibilities
Working closely with our Plant and Purchasing teams, you will:
Develop and implement the supply strategy for indirect purchases (MRO, services, consumables)
Lead RFQs, contract negotiations and supplier selections
Deliver cost savings and support continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor supplier performance, manage non-conformities, and ensure process compliance
Benchmark purchasing conditions and identify opportunities for optimization
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers across multiple sites
Your Profile
Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent professional experience
Several years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment (automotive a plus but not essential)
Strong skills in negotiation, supplier management, and contract handling
Knowledge of procurement processes (RFQ, sourcing, order-to-pay)
Fluent in English (German is a plus)
Proactive, results-driven, and well-organized
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
What We Offer
A dynamic and international environment where no two days are the same
The chance to work on strategic purchasing activities with real impact
Career progression opportunities within MRO, logistics, or development
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