Buyer

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buyer to join a global manufacturing business with multiple sites across the UK. Based in High Wycombe, this role offers a salary of up to 35,000 along with the flexibility to work from home two days per week.

The Buyer will play an important role in supporting an efficient, resilient and commercially effective purchasing function across the Group.

This is a varied role covering day–to–day purchasing, supplier management, inventory control and ERP/MRP development, with the opportunity to contribute to wider sourcing, cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Managing day–to–day purchasing activities across the businessProcessing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier acknowledgements, as well as expediting outstanding ordersMonitoring supplier performance and resolving any supply or delivery issuesMaintaining appropriate inventory levels while working to reduce excess and obsolete stockSupporting the maintenance and development of ERP/MRP systems, including supplier data, lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQ) and planning parametersSupporting sourcing activities, cost reduction initiatives, and supplier negotiationsWorking closely with Production, Engineering, Sales, Finance and Warehouse teams to ensure purchasing requirements are effectively managedSkills & Experience Required:

Previous purchasing experience within a manufacturing and/or engineering environmentStrong knowledge and experience of ERP/MRP systemsExperience managing supplier relationships and negotiating with suppliersStrong analytical skills and a good level of Excel proficiencyExcellent communication and organisational skillsWhat's on Offer?

30,000 – 35,000 base salary28 days holidaySubsidised private medicalMedical insurancePensionBonus schemeTraining and professional development opportunitiesHybrid workingCareer progression opportunitiesSalary:

Up to 35,000

Hybrid working with 2 days a week working from home

This position would suit someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment in a role such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Specialist or Procurement Specialist.

Ad ID: 5419010981