We are looking for a proactive Procurement/Buyer on a 12-month fixed-term contract to work with a growing manufacturing business in Kineton. This is a hands-on, varied role where you'll be right at the heart of keeping production running smoothly - from placing purchase orders to working closely with suppliers and managing stock.
What you'll be doing
Placing purchase orders and tracking deliveries
Liaising with suppliers to resolve lead-time issues and improve supply performance
Conducting basic inbound quality checks and managing non-conformance reports
Booking in parts, managing stock levels, and kitting to BOM/drawings for production and spares
Coordinating with accounts and organising ex-works shipments
Transporting materials between suppliers and our base when needed
Monitoring material KPIs and generating demand plans
Identifying and delivering supplier cost-saving opportunities
What we're looking for
Strong Excel skills, including formulae and pivot tables (used for MRP reporting)
Familiarity with MRP systems
Experience in mechanical, electrical, or electronic component procurement
Comfortable buying bespoke parts and working in a varied role
Diligent, resourceful, and solutions-driven
Excellent relationship-building skills with suppliers
Happy to be on site the majority of the time, including receiving deliveries
Understanding of engineering change control processes
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience with contract manufacturers
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics and/or implementing new MRP systems
Negotiating and setting up supply agreements
Supplier sourcing experience