Category Buyer (metal Components)

Caterpillar UK

Desford, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Base: £57,700 to £72,000; bonus: 12% potential; be...
Strategic sourcing and category management
Supplier relationship management and performance
Metal component supply chain knowledge
The role involves shaping and delivering category strategies that maximize value across quality, cost, logistics, development, and supplier performance

Job Summary

  • The role involves shaping and delivering category strategies that maximize value across quality, cost, logistics, development, and supplier performance.
  • Caterpillar offers a comprehensive benefits package including 27 days annual leave, a 12% bonus, and a pension scheme where the company doubles contributions up to 10%.
  • As a Category Buyer, you will act as the primary interface between the business and suppliers, balancing production requirements with supplier capability and capacity.

Matching Summary

The role involves shaping and delivering category strategies that maximize value across quality, cost, logistics, development, and supplier performance.

Salary

Base: £57,700 to £72,000; Bonus: 12% potential; Benefits: 27 days leave, private medical, pension match, share scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic sourcing and category management
  • Supplier relationship management and performance
  • Metal component supply chain knowledge
  • Commercial negotiation and contracting skills
  • Data-driven decision making for cost reduction

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with sustainable commercial outcomes
  • Ability to work across global teams and regions
  • Strong interpersonal influence and communication
  • Commitment to continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Understanding of metal component supply and manufacturing
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing and negotiations
  • Proven track record in supplier performance management

Work Rights

Not specified

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