Buyer (jw08)

My client is currently seeking an experienced Buyer for their Newton Abbot based offices. This job is permanent with an immediate start required. For a full job description please contact us directly.

 

Job description

 

•       Responsible for the material requirement planning, for product categories, ensuring just in time deliveries.

•       Stock control of product categories, liaising with Management and Warehouse team, forecasting on levels of business.

•       Management of product deliveries and prior notifications for warehousing and logistics.

•       Managing alternative products, from QA sign off, samples and stock management.

•       Assist with system data input and receipting of goods.

•       Management of supply chain relationship for the category’s products.

•       Negotiate pricing with supply chain to obtain the best price, and quality products.

•       Responsible for pricing matrixes for product categories.

•       Maintaining relationships with current suppliers, whilst seeking new suppliers.

•       Ensure that all procurement activity and tender requirements are in accordance with the company’s processes.

•       Support the Senior Procurement with information for supply chain contracts and supply agreements.

 

 

Education  

•       A-Level preferred

•       CIPS Level 3 or working towards

•       A high level of proficiency in written, numerical and verbal skills

•       Fluency of English language written and spoken

•       Evidence of continued personal / professional development

 

Person specification:

•       Highly organised and analytical

•       Experience in manufacturing or fast paced industries

•       Confident with numerical problem solving

•       Confident with networking and negotiation

•       Remain calm under pressure  

•       Key decision-making skills

•       Proficient in the use of MS Office tools, especially Excel

•        Demonstrates the core values of the company

•        Shows respect and concern for others  

•        Works with transparency and collaborative ways of working  

•        Has a “can do” attitude in meeting challenges and resolving problems

•        Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to be successful in a changing environment  

 

For more information please contact julia@bigantgroup.co.uk