Immediate start and opportunity
* Immediate start available!
* Chance to gain hands on experience in a fast paced environment!
About Our Client
The company is a well-established organisation within the industrial and manufacturing sector. They are a medium-sized business with a focus on delivering high-quality products and efficient supply chain solutions.
Job Description
* Manage day‑to‑day purchasing for stocked items and customer‑specific orders.
* Maintain accurate MRP data, update demand information, and release purchase orders in line with stock requirements.
* Chase and expedite suppliers to ensure timely delivery, resolving any delays, shortages, or quality issues.
* Monitor stock levels, shortages, overstocks, and replenishment triggers, taking proactive action to maintain product availability.
* Work closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Goods‑In teams to support daily operational needs and improve inbound material flow.
* Maintain high levels of data accuracy within the ERP/MRP system and produce simple purchasing or KPI updates as required.
* Support continuous improvement of purchasing and inbound processes within a fast‑paced distribution environment.
* Monitor supplier performance from an operational perspective and escalate recurring issues when necessary.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer should have:
* Proven experience in hands‑on purchasing within a distribution, manufacturing, engineering, or similar environment.
* Confident managing day‑to‑day buying tasks including raising POs, expediting suppliers, and resolving delivery issues quickly.
* Strong understanding of operational stock control and working with MRP/ERP systems.
* Good Excel skills and the ability to maintain accurate purchasing and stock data.
* Able to work calmly and accurately in a fast‑paced, changing operational environment.
* Clear communicator who can work closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Goods‑In teams.
* Practical, organised, and proactive in maintaining strong stock availability.
What’s on Offer
* Daily rate of GBP £300.00 to GBP £400.00.
* Temporary position offering valuable experience in a key role.
* Opportunity to work within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
* Based in Luton, with a professional and focused work environment.
If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer in Luton, apply today to join a respected organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector.
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