Our client, a long-established engineering manufacturer, is looking for a Buyer / Expeditor to join their busy Supply Chain Team. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, you'll be responsible for purchasing materials and parts, and ensuring on-time delivery to meet production schedules.Key Responsibilities
Place purchase orders for materials and spare parts
Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure best pricing, quality, and OTD
Expedite orders to minimise disruption to production and spares teams
Manage stock levels, obsolete stock, and maintain min/max levels
Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives in the Supply Chain Team
Support the implementation and transition to a new ERP system
Communicate supply issues promptly to colleagues
What We're Looking For
Experience in Buying or Supply Chain within manufacturing or engineering
Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
ERP experience - involvement in an implementation is a big plus
Proactive, energetic, and motivated approach
Excellent relationship building skills with colleagues and suppliers
Strong Excel skills
Benefits
Salary up to £41,000 + Profit Share Bonus (tax benefits)
Company share purchase scheme
39 hours per week (core hours 9am - 1pm)
Pension - employer matches up to 5%
32 days holiday
On-site role
This is a great opportunity to join an award-winning company - Interested? Please send your CV today
