Operational Buyer

The Opportunity- Operational Buyer

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Are you a supply chain professional looking to work within a fast-paced environment with a passion for exceptional customer service? We’re looking for an experienced buyer to join our Operational Purchasing team based at JCB Service.  You’ll be the crucial link between our service teams and our supply chain, playing a key role in building strong supplier relationships, negotiating the best deals and ensuring our parts inventory is always optimised. 

What does this role involve day to day?

• You'll source and purchase service parts, components and consumables from approved suppliers

• You’ll negotiate competitive pricing, favourable terms and reliable lead times with suppliers

• You’ll maintain accurate purchasing records and track performance against KPIs

• You’ll identify and onboard new suppliers to strengthen our supply chain resilience

• You’ll undertake supplier resourcing activity on a proactive basis

• You’ll build and manage supplier relationships

• You’ll work closely with key stakeholders in the Inventory and Planning teams, Customer and Technical Service and Global Warehouse functions.

This will be suited to you if…

• You have Purchasing experience in a fast-paced environment

• You possess strong negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills.

• You are proficient with ERP/MRP systems and solid Excel skills for reporting and analysis.

• You have strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-function teams

• You are a dedicated team player that can multitask and work well under pressure 

• You possess effective time management skills enabling a quick response to various demands

• You have a customer focused mindset

What happens next?

Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at recruitment@jcb.com 

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

 We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email recruitment@jcb.com, and a member of the team will be in touch.

Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.