Overview
Buyer - Engineering - Blackburn, Lancashire - Salary £42,000 plus benefits
Leading Engineering organisation has a superb opportunity for an all-round Buyer ideally from an Engineering background to join the management team. The role involves purchasing across a range of items (eg sheet metal, fixings, machinery, PCs/laptops, uniforms, welding gear, etc.) and may include taking on other associated tasks. The role requires IT literacy (MS Office, Excel) and experience with MRP/ERP systems (Mie Trak desirable).
This is a fast-paced environment with significant investment and growth. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership/management skills, a positive, proactive, flexible approach and a can-do attitude. You will be responsible for managing all purchases, with variety in the role.
Responsibilities
* Manage purchasing of a range of items including sheet metal, fixings, machinery, PCs/laptops, uniforms, welding gear, etc.
* Lead and contribute to a fast-paced purchasing function within a growing organisation.
* Collaborate with management and other teams to ensure timely procurement and optimal supplier performance.
* Utilise IT tools and ERP/MRP systems (Mie Trak desirable) to support purchasing activities.
Hours, Salary & Benefits
The role offers a salary of £42,000 per annum. Standard hours are Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Friday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. 25 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays.
Location
Commutable from Blackburn, Burnley, Bolton, Southport, Wigan, Bury, Preston, Blackpool, Keighley, Skipton, Clitheroe, Bury, Lancashire, North-West.
Requirements
* IT literate with MS Office (Excel, etc.).
* Experience with MRP/ERP systems (Mie Trak desirable).
* Proven leadership/management skills and the ability to motivate teams.
* Positive, proactive, flexible approach and can-do attitude.
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