BuyerBridgend CF31Commutable from Bridgend, Cardiff, Porthcawl, Pencoed, Pontyclun, Port Talbot, Maesteg, Caerphilly, Pyle, Margam, Briton FerryBenefits:- 25 Days + Bank Holidays Company PensionCompany sick payCareer progression opportunities Early finish on FridaysThis is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join well established business who have recently won new contracts and are looking to expand their product into new markets. This role would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional or a buyer who has experience of working in a fast paced environment, working with MRP systems and working on contracts with suppliers. This is a business who are part of a larger group, so can offer excellent long term professional and career development opportunities. Roles and Responsibilities:Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreementMonitor and improve supplier performance against agreed targetsManage direct and indirect procurement to ensure continuity of supplyCollaborate with planning to align material forecasts with demandOptimise inventory levels while minimising risk of stockoutsReport on key KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance and stock levelsDrive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives year on yearRequirementsProven experience as a Buyer in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environmentStrong negotiation and supplier management skillsKnowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Dynamics 365, NAV, SAP or similar)Highly analytical, numerical and detail-orientedExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills27027/900Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.ukIf you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Job Tenure: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bridgend,