JOB- Buyer
LOCATION- Didcot
TERM- Permanent candidates only
SALARY- £35,000 - £40,000 and other great benefits
We are looking for a Buyer on a permanent based in the Didcot area to support with sourcing direct & indirect materials at the appropriate quality on time and at a competitive costs.
The Buyer will ideally have the following attributes:
* 3+ years experience in a manufacturing environment
* Ideally CIPS qualified or equivalent
* Demonstrated proficiency of ERP/MRP systems
* Experience in manufacturing environment essential
* Advanced excel knowledge
* Self- motivated individual
* Works effectively in a small team
* Flexible approach to meeting deadlines
The Buyer role will involve:
1. Inventory management. Work with internal and external partners to optimise stock and ensure stock is provided in line with product lifecycle and business requirements.
2. Work with Product/Programme team to manage procurement actions in new product introduction
3. Purchasing of direct materials in line with operational requirements. Actioning the requirements of MRP.
4. Identify and manage cost reduction initiatives
5. Maintaining p...