Strategic Buyer

A global leader in the medical device and technology industry, for more than 100 years Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling. Our products and solutions help to diagnose, prevent, and treat illnesses, further scientific research and keep people safe

Olympus UK & Ireland (UI) is one of the largest, and most profitable regions in EMEA. As both a Legal Manufacturer and Sales Center, we have a passionate and committed workforce of almost 1,000 people developing and advancing our medical technologies, and supporting both public (NHS/HSE) and private healthcare customers across the region.

Your responsibilities

Your role as a Strategic Buyer within our Manufacturing division, is to lead the procurement process within your assigned categories in line with company standards and procedures. Ensuring a focus on continuous improvement in buying to reduce the vendor base, control and reduce costs, reduce inventory, reduce lead time and management of suppliers and prices.

• Reporting any procurement risks, including supplier stability, price increases, quality issues and contractual adherence
• Monitor and review the procurement process
• Ensure suppliers within your assigned categories are effectively managed via quarterly reviews and supplier visits whilst price, delivery and quality objectives are achieved
• Identify and manage supplier risk within categories, putting in place solutions to minimise risks to the business
• Manage effective working relationships with Planners and Buyers and other key stakeholders
• Support Quality Department in the control of purchased components and services
• Reviewing drawings and specifications to ensure purchases are in line with company procedures
• Create/review and manage contractual agreements including Frame Agreements, 5M Agreements, Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs)
• Complete selection and assessment for approval of suppliers
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and liaise with stakeholders including the Continuous Improvement Team. Achieve cost saving target agreed with Section Manager

Your qualifications

• You can demonstrate solid Procurement/Purchasing experience, within a Manufacturing environment
• You have a track record of delivering savings and best value, whilst managing multiple internal stakeholders
• Relevant qualification (i.e. CIPS) is highly desirable, yet not essential to apply
• Knowledge of contract writing including Terms, Conditions and Clauses
• You possess strong communication skills, with the ability to build and manage relationships
• Strong organisational and multi-tasking skills
• You are capable of working within strict deadlines
• Competent user of Microsoft Office, including Excel in particular

Your competencies

• Patient Focus – We put patients at the heart of everything
• Integrity – We do the right thing
• Innovation – We look for new ways to make things better
• Impact – We take accountability and get things done
• Empathy – We care for one another and work together

Your benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement
• You will be eligible to receive private medical cover
• Comprehensive company pension scheme
• You will receive an annual health check with BUPA, funded by us
• Employee Assistance Program to support your health, mental and emotional-wellbeing
• At our HQ, we have a subsidised staff restaurant and free parking
• Other benefits include discounted gym and wellness memberships, cashback and discounts with major UK retailers

Further information

Valuing diverse perspectives and lifestyles is closely aligned with our core values. We would therefore like to encourage all candidates to apply – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, identity or conditions and restrictions which cannot be shown.

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