The Just Recruitment Group Ltd is currently recruiting for a Part Time Buyer for a manufacturer based in Braintree, Essex.This is a newly created role working 20 hours per week, offering flexibility to work the required hours over 4 or 5 days per week.Suitable candidates will ideally be CIPS qualified or working towards CIPS qualification with experience in reviewing contracts negotiating prices, identifying costs, CAPEX costings and spend analysis.Experience within a manufacturing / Engineering environment is preferred.Reporting to the Purchasing/Operations Manager the successful applicant will be responsible for contributing towards the successful delivery of the purchasing cost reduction strategy through the achievement of allocated purchasing projects and carrying out tendering processes. Ensuring alignment to company operational activities and sourcing goods and services that ensure the supply chain needs of the company are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.Duties will include:Negotiating contracts on behalf of the Company for the supply of requisitioned or specified materials, goods and services.Complete cost reductions projects on areas of significant spend.Develop and manage the supplier base and continue to improve Supplier Payment terms.Undertake analysis of price variation by focusing on product cost drivers and cost reduction.Strategically maintain competition amongst suppliers through communication, negotiation, appraisal and evaluation and competitive ..... full job details .....