Strategic Buyer
Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions is looking for a Strategic Buyer to join our team at our Weobley site. This role is central to ensuring the efficient, timely supply of materials that support our business operations. As part of a small and dynamic procurement team, you will help drive cost reduction initiatives and support growth across the site.
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to influence supplier strategy, lead negotiations, and contribute to long‑term business improvement.
Work Pattern:
40 hours per week
8.00am – 5.00pm Monday – Thursday
6.00am – 12.30pm OR 8.00am – 2.30pm Friday
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong negotiation and contract‑management capabilities, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. They will be an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to convey technical and business information clearly and confidently. Highly self‑motivated and capable of working independently when required, they should also be well‑organised, adept at managing time, and able to meet deadlines consistently. Strong leadership qualities and the ability to influence stakeholders are essential, alongside advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills. Solid IT competence is also required, including good proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work comfortably with ERP systems.
Responsibilities :
- Raising of orders for key suppliers and ensuring the daily running of the procurement department.
- Management of a small team.
- Ensure all product is available for production as required.
- Leading supplier sourcing, assessment and negotiation to secure competitive commercial agreements.
- Ensuring adherence to procurement policies, procedures and industry standards
- Support the sites compliance to Trelleborg Code of Conduct.
- Responsibly for the daily delivery of KPI’s of Cost Quality and Delivery
- Supplier management and development in conjunction with Global Procurement and Purchasing Manager
- Helping to deliver the procurement roadmap strategy for 1, 3 and 5 years in conjunction with Purchasing Manager
- Analysis of data and trends to identify opportunities and drive decisions
- Engage and communicate with internal stakeholders.
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement within a Manufacturing environment
- CIP’s qualified level 5.
- Experience with ‘lifed’ products
- MRP experience ideally with SAP
Job Type : Full time
The closing date for this position will be the 30th April 2026, however we will be reviewing applications as they come in, so don't miss out!
Are you the one we’re looking for? Apply now by clicking the Apply button, or email me for more information
At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside
Ansökan
Välj dina intresseområden
Jobbar du redan på Trelleborg?
Hjälp till i rekryteringen och hitta din framtida kollega. Ange din epost nedan för att få instruktioner om hur du blir en influencer.