Base: £57,700 to £72,000; bonus/equity: 12% bonus;...
On-site
Develop and execute category strategy
Manage supplier performance
Negotiate and contract with suppliers
Caterpillar UK is seeking a Category Buyer for metal components to develop and execute category strategies that enhance supplier performance and optimize costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management skills, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement
Job Summary
As a Category Buyer for metal components, you will shape and deliver category strategies that maximise value across quality, cost, logistics, development, and supplier performance.
The role plays a key part in strengthening the supply network, managing risk, and driving sustainable commercial outcomes.
Benefits include 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday, Private Medical, 12% Bonus, contributory pension scheme, and contributory share scheme.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
Caterpillar UK is seeking a Category Buyer for metal components to develop and execute category strategies that enhance supplier performance and optimize costs. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management skills, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.
Salary
Base: £57,700 to £72,000; Bonus/Equity: 12% Bonus; Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Private Medical, contributory pension scheme, contributory share scheme
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Develop and execute category strategy
Manage supplier performance
Negotiate and contract with suppliers
Identify cost reduction opportunities
Manage commercial risk
Nice-to-have
Build and maintain productive supplier relationships
Influence outcomes and manage priorities
Tailor messages for effective communication
Key Requirements
Level Working Knowledge: Interpersonal Relationships