Are you someone who is a Problem solver, Results driven with good attention to detail?

At Saint-Gobain Abrasives we are looking for an experienced Buyer to join us as we continue to grow.

In the role of Buyer, you will, Lead UK Purchasing activities, improving cost, quality, and service, and achieving competitive advantage contributing to the departments overall objectives in order to achieve the Company strategy in line with ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 & ICRF Framework.

Saint-Gobain Abrasives, the world’s leading manufacturer of abrasives, offers powerful, precise, and user-friendly solutions enabling customers to shape and surface-finish all types of materials even in the most complex and challenging applications across a diverse range of markets.

This role can be worked on a hybrid basis with 3 days in office 2 from home.

What you will be doing:

• Establish strong working relationships with vendors of the Stafford & Staverton site, so that required delivery standards (quality, on time, in full) are achieved
• Manage UK transport providers
• Negotiation with suppliers and ensure systems (folder, purchasing tools) are updated to reflect any terms and conditions changes agreed
• Management of purchasing projects for the 2 Saint-Gobain Abrasives site (including CAPEX projects) and ensuring effective supply market research, sourcing, contracting and supplier management techniques are used
• Management and coordination of the Purchasing procedure and group purchasing best practises (ICRF compliant)

What we are looking for:

• Degree qualified or equivalent level qualification in a business-related subject
• An effective commercial negotiator with a results-based track record
• High levels of drive and enthusiasm, and the ability to work to tight deadlines and timescales
• Proven purchasing experience within a manufacturing or distribution environment operating in a strategic sourcing/ category management role
• Full driving license

Are Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we’re always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We’ll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can’t promise to meet every request when we’re recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!