P2P Buyer

Skills

About the Role

On an initial 6-month contract, you will run procure-to-pay execution and support sourcing across mechanical, electronics, electromechanical, cables and harnessing, and software commodities. You'll process requisitions and POs, negotiate commercial terms, run MRP, manage supplier performance and risk, and support production, engineering, quality and planning teams.

Requirements

• 3+ years of direct procurement experience
• Experience in scaling direct procurement functions
• Degree in Business, Law, Engineering or related field
• CIPS (MCIPS) Level 4 or equivalent; APICS CPIM desirable
• Understanding of contract law, commercial terms and negotiation
• Awareness of export controls including EAR
• Proficient in Google Workspace, Slack and database management
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems
• Procure-to-pay and tactical procurement experience across direct commodities

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support sourcing initiatives including RFx, negotiations and contract execution
• Drive cost, lead-time and efficiency improvements
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times and terms and conditions
• Conduct price analysis and cost-breakdown validation
• Process requisitions and purchase orders
• Maintain PO and supplier data in MRP/ERP
• Resolve supplier performance issues and discrepancies
• Carry out supplier risk assessments
• Run MRP to ensure timely availability of direct goods
• Apply Supplier Relationship Management tools
• Support production, engineering, quality and planning teams
• Support the SCM Lead

Benefits

• Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks and regular team events