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Full time

Senior Buyer

TLD EUROPE • Kempston (United Kingdom)

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About us

TLD is a French company (an Alvest group company) operating in an international environment, a leader in the design, assembly, distribution and after-sales service of airport assistance equipment (ESM). Our products are used in airports around the world. https://www.tld-group.com.


We develop innovative products (autonomous, hybrid, electric and sustainable vehicles) and contribute to the reduction of the environmental footprint of the aviation industry.


In order to meet and actively participate in environmental challenges, TLD is committed: We are a member of the "Solar Impulse" foundation and the United Nations "Global Compact" initiative which aims to promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY


Responsible for strategically sourcing, procuring, and managing the purchase of goods and services. Focusing on optimizing cost, quality, and delivery timelines by negotiating contracts with suppliers and building strong.

Responsibilities:
(Other duties may be assigned as needed)


- Deliver budgeted cost reduction actions
- Stabilising supply chain though dual sourcing, buffer stock agreements and identifying alternative solutions.
- Work with vendors to review forecast to anticipate future needs and coordinate long term needs.
- Prepare and issue RFQ requests, and compare MOQ, payment terms, freight conditions prices to reduce production costs.
- Challenge vendors quotes and drive cost down; report cost reductions.
- Create a strategy using multiple negotiation tactics to drive competition.
- Manage vendor warranty claims.
- Evaluate current performances and set improvement plans if required.
- Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers, conducting market research to find the most competitive options for required goods and services.
- Assist MLM and QAM with supplier audits.
- Work closely with engineering team for NPI.
- Maintain clear and efficient communication with internal and external .
- Maintain currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed.
- Other duties as designated by department manager.

Required qualifications

The Person:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· 3-5 years of related purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
· Demonstrate good negotiation and supplier management skills
· Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills
· Experience with an ERP system (Infor/Baan preferred)
· Experience with Microsoft Office Suite



Benefits

35000 - 40000 € par an selon profil

Job details

Company

TLD EUROPE

Contract

Full time • Full-time

Salary

35 000 - 40 000 GBP per year

Experience

3 years minimum

Degree

Bachelor

Job location

Kempston (United Kingdom)

Reference

2093355

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