Commodity Buyer at Draeger

Blyth, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Negotiation, Analytical skills, Communication skills, People management, Problem solving, Presentation skills, SAP, MRP Systems, MS Office, Strategic Purchasing, Supplier Evaluation, Contract Management, KPI Monitoring, Life Cycle Management, Data Maintenance, Audit Support

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Who we are Every life is unique and so are you! At Dräger we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for. As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Dräger products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life. About the role Preparation and negotiation of part prices, tooling, services with suppliers within your supplier responsibility Monitoring and reporting of raw material pricing Support supplier evaluations and supplier improvement projects Implement the respective commodity strategies in close coordination with the commodity manager Prepare and maintain relevant contracts within your supplier responsibility Ensure Key Performance Indicators in cost, quality and delivery are achieved for your supplier responsibility Key team member of Life Cycle Management team Ensure data maintenance of all supplier and parts within your responsibility Supplier visits and audit support for SQE, locally and internationally Be lead buyer for Draeger with supplier responsibility, owning the global relationship for Draeger with such suppliers, managing Business reviews, strategic topics & escalation points Work closely with material expediting teams to ensure suppliers deliver on time and in full Master data maintenance The tasks and responsibilities above are typical of the duties the postholder will be expected to perform. It is not necessarily exhaustive and other duties of a similar nature and level may be required from time to time. Shared responsibilities All employees have a responsibility: to comply with the Integrated Management System (IMS) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties. to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions to embed our WeLEAD competencies – I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results Shared responsibilities All employees have a responsibility: Reporting Relationships Manager UK Head of Purchasing Size of team/environment Teams consists of 3 x commodity managers and 2 x APE. Along with a team of 4 looking after indirect purchasing. All situated in the same open office. Role Requirements Education/Qualifications Degree qualified (desirable) CIPS or partial CIPS (desirable) Related Experience ERP System: SAP IT knowledge: MRP Systems, MS Office, MS Outlook Experience of working in a strategic purchasing department of a manufacturing organisation. Skills, Special Competencies Good analytical skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Good people management skills. Negotiation Skills Good team player with problem solving skills Results driven Presentation skills Self-motivated , with the ability to work without supervision Flexible and determined. Dräger‘s Benefits 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days Flexi scheme Hybrid working available Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance Healthcare cash plan Subsidised canteen Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers Cycle to Work Gym membership discounts – up to 25% Charity Giving scheme We are open to flexible working and will consider a range of options, including adjustments to working hours, patterns, and location, depending on the needs of the role. If you have specific requirements, we encourage you to discuss them with us as part of the application process. Dräger‘s dedication At Dräger we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow. We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All are welcome to apply!.

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Responsibilities

The role involves negotiating part prices and services with suppliers while implementing commodity strategies to achieve cost, quality, and delivery KPIs. The buyer will manage global supplier relationships, conduct business reviews, and collaborate with material expediting teams to ensure timely delivery.