MRD Recruitment is actively looking for a Buyer to work on a permanent basis for our engineering client, based in Grangemouth. Based in Grangemouth, my client is a leading engineering company in the UK within their respective field. The successful Buyer will directly report to the Procurement Manager, and be responsible for the following… Job Duties: Account management of key strategic contractors including operational purchasing and performance improvement and relationship management across all business functions. Sources new suppliers and coordinate returns or repairs of products. Resolve conflicts concerning materials or services at the department and supplier levels. Keep in constant contact with appropriate internal/external stakeholders to ensure excellent performance. Responsibility for procuring appropriate items or services. Creates and reviews purchase orders. Ensures delivery of all materials and components within lead time and budget, in line with the required delivery date by business. Continuous Improvement of On-Time delivery and quality performance of key suppliers. Benchmarking of key commodities and undertake supply chain research to ensure purchasing power is maximised All commodities are purchased within budget and material savings are maximised. Participate in compiling company metrics for KPI's Job requirements: Thorough knowledge of all aspects of procurement and purchasing - including sourcing, commercial negotiation, supplier management and global sourcing is required Excellent commercial & business acumen Excellent supplier relationship management skills Excellent communication and presentation skills Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills. Ability to convince others and influence outcomes. Ability to work in cross-functional teams to achieve business goals and objectives. Ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally Ability to plan activities, meet assigned schedules and achieve planned targets and objectives.