Our established client is looking to add a Buyer to their procurement team in South London

Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager this position is responsible for managing strategic suppliers of the business to ensure that customer demands and service levels are met, and that components and finished goods are procured in an efficient and timely manner while meeting inventory targets. This position should also be responsible to identify / resolve any supply chain issues from suppliers while also performing purchasing related analytics to drive better decision making and improve efficiency. Primary Responsibilities Manage strategic suppliers through negotiation, relationship building, and performance metrics PO creation and management (Supplier, Price, QTY, ETA) for a portfolio of products Ownership of inventory management of portfolio Conduct supplier meetings and reviews Identify opportunities to reduce inventory (e.g., MOQ, lead times) Coordinate quality and non-conformance issues between suppliers, engineering, and quality Manage engineering changes with vendors Participate in new product development Coordinate end-of-life component balance-out efforts Support TCP targets by participating in Glass House initiatives Analyze procurement data to improve purchasing metrics and efficiency Lead or support cross-functional teams for process improvements and new product launches Assist in developing and implementing procurement policies to enhance systems and processes Lead Root Cause & Counter Measure analysis that support working capital and fill rate improvements Contribute to departmental goal setting aligned with overall business objectives Ensure compliance with Masco’s internal control procedures

WHAT WILL YOU BRING? Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (preferred) PMAC Certification highly desired 3-5 years of purchasing experience, with increasing responsibility Proficient in computer systems; experience with JDE is an asset Product knowledge and understanding of inventory systems are beneficial Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Self-starter who works independently with minimal supervision

CRITICAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES Analytical and decision-making skills to drive efficiency Effective negotiation and influencing abilities Project and process management experience Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Proven ability to build consensus and foster supplier relationships Data-driven mindset with a focus on continuous improvement