Buyer

As an experienced Buyer you will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining high-quality standards. If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for the engineering industry, this could be the perfect role for you!

Location - Bridgend

Salary - £30,000 per annum

Permanent role

Responsibilities:

• Source, purchase, and expedite mechanical, electrical, and steel components, equipment, consumables, and technical services.
• Place and follow up on purchase orders to ensure timely delivery aligned with production schedules.
• Manage consignment stock and coordinate the call-off of long lead-time components.
• Ensure the prompt procurement of all raw materials based on the Design-issued cutting list.
• Process orders for consumable items based on authorized requisitions.
• Provide Senior Management with regular reports on potential component shortages and delayed deliveries.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date pricing information in the Buying Lists.
• Collaborate with the Senior Buyer, engineering teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure components are purchased and expedited to meet production deadlines.
• Oversee the purchasing cycle to ensure orders are placed efficiently.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with departments such as Sales and Spares, Engineering, Production, and Accounts.
• Conduct supplier visits as needed.
• Deliver professional customer service at all times.
• Prepare and present sourcing summaries, vendor comparisons, cost-saving reports, and other procurement documentation to Senior Management.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in supplier management.

To be considered for this role, please upload your CV or contact Naomi on 07506 949615.

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