Buyer 12-Month FTC
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Hybrid
Office location: Salfords, Surrey UK
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
About Us
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints. Our cutting-edge X-ray solutionsranging from low to high energyhelp combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and imaging excellence, we empower our customers to detect threats and contraband with confidence.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact industry while supporting key supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Place and manage purchase orders with precision and timeliness
Attend procurement and cross-functional meetings at our Crawley manufacturing site
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Support cost reduction initiatives and benchmark supply chain competitiveness
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Engineering teams on NPI projects
Assist the Senior Buyer with negotiations and strategic sourcing
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities
Ensure compliance with ISO standards through process documentation
Resolve supplier invoice queries and manage demand requests
Ensure suppliers consistently meet cost, quality, and delivery targets (Total Cost of Ownership)
Qualifications and Experience:
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
Office-based availability with some flexibility
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