Butler Rose are delighted to be assisting a successful Wellington (Somerset) business with the requirement for a Project Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity to join a client that Butler Rose has partnered with many times before, that offer fantastic career development, whilst working in a well-established team.
The role would either suit an established Buyer, or a junior procurement/supply chain professional keen to take the next step in their career. Full training can be provided.
Duties include:
* Understand customer requirements and specifications.
* Identify potential suppliers and obtain best pricing, lead time and MOQ.
* Work cross functionally to evaluate potential suppliers
* Recommend preferred suppliers taking account of the overall purchasing strategy.
* Manage any new supplier set ups.
* Act on and resolve problems and delays, communicating and escalating issues that may impact the project timeline.
* Ensure MRP system parameters are properly updated.
* Provide cover and assistance to the wider Procurement team as required
* Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers
* Attend Supplier Review meetings.
Key skills/experience required:
1. Organised, systematic and computer literate.
2. Ability to work independently and cross functionally.
3. Attention to detail, with ...