Strategic Buyer

**IMI plc**

IMI plc is a sector focused organisation at the forefront of delivering motion and fluid control technologies that create a more sustainable world, improving the quality of life for our customers and communities and ultimately delivering our purpose of Breakthrough Engineering for a Better World.

Life Technology platform is focused on technologies that enhance and improve everyday life, particularly in the areas of health, sustainability, and comfort. We help OEMs across life science and fluid control industries improve the performance of their devices, enabling better scientific research, faster diagnosis of diseases, better medical treatments, and more efficient machines, dramatically improving life for everyone.

Our one big team work fairly and effectively but most importantly together to ensure we maintain the foundations that have enabled IMI’s success through over 150 years of heritage.

**The Role**

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced strategic buyer to join our PFOEM procurement team. He will be responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies for Direct procurement; to optimize the procurement process ; reduce costs, and improve the quality of products and services purchased. As a strategic buyer, you will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure the procurement of goods and services meet the business needs of our organization.

**Main Responsibilities**
- Develop and implement global procurement strategies for assigned categories of spend.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure the delivery of high-quality goods and services at competitive prices.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify new sourcing opportunities and potential cost savings.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
- Monitor supplier performance and develop improvement plans as necessary.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and market conditions to ensure procurement strategies remain relevant and effective.

**What We Are Looking For**
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management in a global organization.
- Knowledge of the production processes turning, milling, plastic injection molding
- Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Independent, solution-oriented, and structured way of working combined with a hands-on mentality and willingness to work with interface teams.
- A high degree of flexibility and openness to new topics
- Very good command of English and willingness to travel.

**What We Offer**
- The opportunity to work in a local team, connected with an international team
- E-bike leasing / contribution gym
- Canteen with external menu delivery

**Health & Safety**:
The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties - At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

**Code of Ethics**:
IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

**Changes to This Job Description**:
IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

**IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.