Buyer - Metals & Raw Materials

Piper Maddox is hiring a Buyer for Metals & Raw Materials in Ilkeston, UK. The role involves sourcing metals, managing supplier relationships, analyzing market trends, and mitigating financial risks. Candidates should have an industrial background, preferably in metals, and experience in procurement within regulated industries. Strong analytical skills and product knowledge are essential. This is a full-time position with no specific degree requirements.
Buyer - Metals & Raw Materials

Piper Maddox are partnered with a world-renowned leader in Engineering and Innovation across multiple sectors.

Developing the industry's most advanced Power Solutions, they are seeking a Procurement Specialist to contribute towards the sourcing of Metals.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with suppliers to manage procurement of raw materials.
- Analyze market trends to assess demand and pricing fluctuations.
- Source and procure elemental ingredients such as alloys, nickel, titanium, steel, platinum, rare earths, and platinum group metals.
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies and process improvements.
- Manage contracts, including negotiations, pricing, and compliance.
- Conduct market research, track industry trends, and present insights.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with raw material procurement.

Experience & Skills Required:

- Industrial background in metals preferred; experience in other raw materials
- Previous experience as a buyer in a regulated or complex industry is advantageous.
- Strong strategic analysis and market research skills.
- Product knowledge of metals or other raw materials.
- CIPS qualification is desirable.

If you have experience with the sourcing of Metals and want to be part of a Global business renowned for their Engineering excellence, apply now to find out more.

Piper Maddox is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.