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Are you an experienced Buyer looking for a new challenge?
Have you worked within the production/manufacturing industry?
If yes to the above, then keep on reading…as this may be the perfect role for you!
Owen Payne Recruitment are proud to be working on behalf of a furniture company, who expertise in chair designs.
We are actively seeking an experienced Buyer within the Kingswinford area on a straight to permanent basis.
This position offers fantastic benefits –
* Sovereign healthcare package (after 3 months)
* Uniform provided (after 3 months)
* PAYE
* Free Parking
* Onsite canteen
* Holiday pay
* Pension Scheme
* Facilities to use at break times such as – Pool table, PS4, 64” TV’s, sofas
Hours of Work:
07:30am – 16:30pm
The ideal candidate will possess –
* Impeccable attention for detail and forward-thinking.
* Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
* Proactive, with good problem-solving skills, able to make decisions independently.
* Exceptional customer service – both internally & externally.
* Team player but able to work independently.
* Ability to work with manual systems
* Familiar with ERP/MRP Systems & Supply Chain Planning Methodologies
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications: PowerPoint, Word and particularly Excel – (Minimum Intermediate level)
* Quality Knowledge ISO 9001, 13485, 14001 standards
Key duties of the role include –
* Develop and manage strategic supplier partnerships to drive long-term value.
* Help develop category negotiation strategies and drive those negotiations to achieve stated goals and objectives
* Responsible for the procurement of goods and services in line with the group procurement strategy (current product as well as NPD)
* Oversee the procurement and inventory management process, ensuring seamless receipt of materials and services in collaboration with the operations team. Maintain accurate purchase and stock records, proactively monitor deliveries, and mitigate risks of stock-outs by addressing past-due shipments.
* Build relationships with suppliers and manage their performance. Participate in or lead monthly/quarterly reviews for key categories and be prepared to challenge suppliers on delivery performance, quality and execution of supply. Document actions generated via these forums and maintain delivery performance data.
* Collaborate with the Quality Team to evaluate and monitor supplier compliance, ensuring that approved and prospective suppliers meet Prism Group’s material and service standards.
* Collaborate closely with Manufacturing to optimize material flow, ensuring alignment with Kanban systems and strategic forward planning to support efficient production operations.
* Liaise proactively with the Finance Team to resolve invoice discrepancies and Non-Delivery Issues (NDIs), ensuring timely actions and adherence to agreed resolution timelines.
* Identify cost savings through research into specific material categories, providing the The Group Head of Procurement with detailed supply proposals, and formulate annual plans for designated spending categories to achieve divisional cost reduction targets and year-on-year improvements.
* Remain current with market trends through relationships with suppliers and market relevant market intelligence.
* Manage and respond to general queries relating to purchase of materials, suppliers and Logistics processes.
* Participate on driving best practice and change activities to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to group procurement KPIs
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