Purchaser/ Buyer

Job Description:

We are looking for a purchaser/buyer to ensure products are sourced at the right time, quality, price and specification in line with approved requests, budget and predicted stock level. Experience in the procurement of high-quality, traceable, precision engineered & specialist processed materials highly desirable. Ideally, with several years of relevant procurement experience in a similar sector and some level of CIPS qualification.

The role:

• Managing material requirements planning (MRP) using the Company ERP system (Exel Efacs)
• Negotiating with suppliers to achieve best value and performance
• Conducting supplier reviews and drafting supplier contracts
• Sourcing and onboarding new suppliers
• Ensuring cost targets / budgets are achieved
• Monitoring & expediting supplier delivery performance
• Building strong, lasting supplier relationships

Key skill requirements:

• Proven experience purchasing materials for a busy production environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced, pressurised environment while maintaining accuracy
• Someone who thrives with autonomy and takes ownership of results
• Proficient IT and communication skills
• Ability to foster productive work relationships and collaborate well within a small team 
• Be flexible regarding ad-hoc tasks that may arise within a SME

 Competitive salary together with an excellent contributory pension scheme, private medical scheme, death in service and income protection benefits.

Core hours of work are 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am-5.15pm, with ½ hour lunch break & Friday 8.30am-12.30pm.

Five weeks paid annual leave plus statutory Bank Holidays

Village location and therefore your own transport will be required.