Junior Buyer (Indirect)
Norton Motorcycles
Date: 5 days ago
City: Solihull, England
Contract type: Full time
We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.
Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!
At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.
So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
We are looking for a Junior Buyer, ideally with some experience within an indirect procurement environment. You will be an enthusiastic and capable individual whose internal relationships will be as important as those with your suppliers.
Previous experience within indirect categories is preferred, particularly from an automotive/manufacturing environment. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to manage the operational requirements of a manufacturing business alongside managing and developing supplier relationships whilst challenging them on Quality, Lead times and Cost.
This is an opportunity for a keen junior buyer to develop into a fully established Indirect Buyer.
Responsibilities and Duties:
We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:
Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience
A whopping 33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge
Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.
Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to keep you feeling your best
Life insurance (4x salary) because we've got your back no matter what
FREE fruit, got to have your five-a-day!
WeCare Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to online GP services, dietary advice, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and a fitness programme
Experience the thrill of an entrepreneurial environment within a larger, well-funded company with ambitious long-term goals.
Elevate your career with our Ideas for Excellence scheme, where every brilliant idea is not just valued, but also rewarded!
A diverse and international team that brings together different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
Join the fun with our twice-yearly employee events, payday socials, and loads of exciting activities in between!
Want to go green? You can enjoy free electric bicycle hire
Plus, no need to stress about finding a parking spot - we've got on-site free parking covered and FREE electric charge points.
We know how important it is to take care of our team, and we're committed to continually improving our reward offering in line with the business growth plan.
Join us and see for yourself!
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT AGENCY APPLICATIONS
Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!
At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.
So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!
The Role
We are looking for a Junior Buyer, ideally with some experience within an indirect procurement environment. You will be an enthusiastic and capable individual whose internal relationships will be as important as those with your suppliers.
Previous experience within indirect categories is preferred, particularly from an automotive/manufacturing environment. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to manage the operational requirements of a manufacturing business alongside managing and developing supplier relationships whilst challenging them on Quality, Lead times and Cost.
This is an opportunity for a keen junior buyer to develop into a fully established Indirect Buyer.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Purchase of Indirect goods and services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
- Preparation and communication of RFQ to supplier
- Process of purchase requisitions (as per the agreed guidelines) and release of Purchase Orders to suppliers
- Negotiate supplier quotes for release of PO
- Support the Indirect Manager & Buyers and other relevant departments, communicating supply chain issues
- Creation and maintenance of material management for recurring IDM items
- Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications, ensuring a professional and consistent approach
- Act as a point of contact for internal stakeholders to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues & escalate to management if/where required
- Access and contribute to the evaluation of current and/or prospective suppliers in relation to performance (quality, cost, delivery)
- Keep IDM database up to date (supplier master folders, spend/savings tracker, contract database)
- General procurement administration & house-keeping
- Confidence to build working relationships with a variety of current and new suppliers
- Willingness to build relationships with internal departments to drive the importance of the procurement function
- Comfortable using all Microsoft Office packages
- Knowledge of SAP systems
- Negotiation skills and commercial awareness
- Ability to effectively manage time and prioritise tasks
- Previous experience of indirect procurement is desirable within an automotive / manufacturing landscape
- Knowledge and experience of using procurement business systems (SAP) is desirable
We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:
Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience
A whopping 33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge
Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.
Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to keep you feeling your best
Life insurance (4x salary) because we've got your back no matter what
FREE fruit, got to have your five-a-day!
WeCare Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to online GP services, dietary advice, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and a fitness programme
Experience the thrill of an entrepreneurial environment within a larger, well-funded company with ambitious long-term goals.
Elevate your career with our Ideas for Excellence scheme, where every brilliant idea is not just valued, but also rewarded!
A diverse and international team that brings together different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
Join the fun with our twice-yearly employee events, payday socials, and loads of exciting activities in between!
Want to go green? You can enjoy free electric bicycle hire
Plus, no need to stress about finding a parking spot - we've got on-site free parking covered and FREE electric charge points.
We know how important it is to take care of our team, and we're committed to continually improving our reward offering in line with the business growth plan.
Join us and see for yourself!
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT AGENCY APPLICATIONS
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