Do you enjoy procurement? Are you looking to work in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to be part of a growing award-winning technology company?
We are seeking a Buyer to join our Procurement team.
We are looking for someone to work as part of the Purchasing team to provide internal support and information to sales and other departments where applicable.
Key tasks will involve:
· Complete actions delegated from Purchasing Director and Head of Purchasing
· Update forecasting on designated product portfolio
· Tracking shipments to ensure timely arrival of stock
· Communicate delivery discrepancies / shortages to suppliers
· Analysis of key stock and slow or non-moving stock
· Maintaining relationships with suppliers while negotiating specs, prices and deadlines
· Update price files on a monthly basis.
· General administration duties
· Work with sales to ensure customer required dates are achieved
· Create product codes within MRP system, ensuring these reflect accuratedescriptions, cost and applicable fields.
· Input direct ship purchase orders/serial numbers into the MRP system on daily basis
· Responsible for commercials such as deal registrations, special bid pricing, negotiation and rebates.
· Comply with the company's internal management systems and safety procedures.
· Support the company's corporate social responsibility strategy.
· To undertake any other ad hoc duties or projects as requested by the reporting manager.
The suitable candidate will have a GCSE level qualification in English and Mathematics, strong IT skills using Microsoft Office and being capable of coordinating multiple complex activities simultaneously. They will also have a strong set of analytical skills being able to spot opportunities and risks within datasets as well as being capable of coordinating multiple complex activities simultaneously.
It is also desired but not essential to have the ability to organise and prioritise work efficiently and accurately. Have a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Also having Database and Excel experience using Pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions are desired.
Full training will be provided
Job details:
This is a full-time position - 37 hours per week.
The working days are Monday to Friday