Strategic Indirect Buyer

Arconic is currently in search of Procurement Operations Strategic Buyer to join our Kitts Green Team in Birmingham.  

At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.  

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supplier negotiation using a number of different negotiation techniques including individual supplier meetings, e-auctions and supplier summits between others;
• Management and benchmark existing suppliers, working with the Site Engineers / Maintenance Engineers to identify possible alternative products / sources of supply, and arranging Site trials in conjunction with Engineers;
• Ensure contracts, NDAs are in place for all suppliers and in conjunction with the Procurement Manager and SPAs negotiate renewals prior to expiry date to ensure continuity of supply;
• Ensure all Agreements have Legal approval and done accordingly to the SOP and maintain MSIS and the contract database update;
• Work on cost savings initiatives and manage the savings database to record all savings achieved;
• Health & Safety is an important part of the work that is carried out on Site and all Contractors are required to have a Pre Qualification Questionnaire and liaise with the EHS and PQQ team to ensure the compliance of this process;
• Complete the monthly self-assessment ASAT tool in conjunction with the Procurement Manager in a timely manner and in accordance with the requirements;
• Attend daily Engineering meetings and other meetings with suppliers and SPAs;
• Assist the different teams to solve finance and requisitions queries;
• Support the Procurement Manager in different tasks i.e. reporting, preparation of events like Kaizen, supplier summits and other admin tasks, etc.;
• Responsible to implement and follow procedures;
• Negotiating T&Cs between the Supplier and internal Legal Team;
• General administrative duties as associated with the running of a procurement office;
• Occasional travel might be required (a few times a year).

Basic Qualifications 

• Hold a degree in Business Administration/Economics/Supply Chain or other business-related field
• Experience in Indirect Purchasing with a manufacturing background
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Strong analytical skills 
• Pro-active attitude
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to work and think in a pressurised, ever-changing environment is essential to meet tight deadlines
• Conflict resolution skills
• Proven decision-making and project management
• Be team player

Preferred Qualifications 

• CIPS qualified or studying towards it
• Contract management experience
• Good presentation skills
• Good level of understanding and interpreting UK Commercial Law

What's in it for you

• Pension scheme with Aviva
• Medicash fully funded up to family level
• AXA single cover
• Access to our onsite Gym Facilities & Occupational Health Team, including GP, lifestyle coach, physio, chiropody, and psychotherapy by appointment
• Employee Assistance by Health Assured offering an array of wellbeing support
• Be a part of a great team, free of micromanagement
• Freedom to implement your own ideas
• Opportunity to work for one of the largest aluminium manufacturers in the world

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others. 

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders. 

At Arconic, we: 

Act With Integrity. 

We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability. 

Safeguard our Future. 

We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment. 

Grow Stronger Together. 

We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity. 

Earn Customer Loyalty. 

We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service. 

Drive Operational Excellence. 

We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration. 

Create Value. 

We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.