Buyer
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- England,West Midlands,Walsall
- Full Time, Permanent
- £37,000 - £40,000 per annum, inc benefits
Job Description:
Full job descriptionBuyer
*Location: West Midlands
*Job Type: Full-time
*Salary: £37,000 - £40,000
Our client, are looking for an individual to join their dynamic procurement team as a Buyer, where you will be pivotal in managing and procuring inventory efficiently and cost-effectively. This role is suited for a detail-oriented professional who excels in communication and relationship building and thrives under pressure to meet production demands. As a Buyer, you will influence purchasing decisions to secure optimal terms on quality, cost, and delivery, aligning with our strategic goals and departmental targets.
This is a great company to work for, they prioritise personal development and would provide full sponsorship towards the CIPS (Chartered Institute for Procurement & Supply) qualification.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring clear communication regarding procurement activities.
*Collaborate with the wider team to make informed buying decisions that align with our strategic goals.
*Address and escalate supply chain issues to the Procurement Manager as necessary.
*Conduct activities in a safe manner, prioritizing health and safety for both yourself and others.
*Manage daily demand reports, ensuring all demands are captured and processed according to MOQ/MOV/Lead Time requirements.
*Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost reductions and defer cost increases.
*Maintain and update safety stock levels to ensure continuous supply.
*Work closely with the NCR team to address supplier rejects and facilitate problem-solving and corrective actions.
*Manage supplier performance to meet delivery targets and improve supply chain efficiency.
*Engage in training and team-building exercises to foster cross-functional collaboration.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience as a Buyer, preferably in a similar industry.
*Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost reductions and favorable terms.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships.
*Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
*Knowledge of supply chain management tools and techniques such as VMI, Min/Max, Kanban, and SLA.
*Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
Benefits:
*Full CIPS Sponsorship
*Excellent growth/ career development opportunities
*Dynamic and supportive work environment.
*Location: West Midlands
*Job Type: Full-time
*Salary: £37,000 - £40,000
Our client, are looking for an individual to join their dynamic procurement team as a Buyer, where you will be pivotal in managing and procuring inventory efficiently and cost-effectively. This role is suited for a detail-oriented professional who excels in communication and relationship building and thrives under pressure to meet production demands. As a Buyer, you will influence purchasing decisions to secure optimal terms on quality, cost, and delivery, aligning with our strategic goals and departmental targets.
This is a great company to work for, they prioritise personal development and would provide full sponsorship towards the CIPS (Chartered Institute for Procurement & Supply) qualification.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring clear communication regarding procurement activities.
*Collaborate with the wider team to make informed buying decisions that align with our strategic goals.
*Address and escalate supply chain issues to the Procurement Manager as necessary.
*Conduct activities in a safe manner, prioritizing health and safety for both yourself and others.
*Manage daily demand reports, ensuring all demands are captured and processed according to MOQ/MOV/Lead Time requirements.
*Negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost reductions and defer cost increases.
*Maintain and update safety stock levels to ensure continuous supply.
*Work closely with the NCR team to address supplier rejects and facilitate problem-solving and corrective actions.
*Manage supplier performance to meet delivery targets and improve supply chain efficiency.
*Engage in training and team-building exercises to foster cross-functional collaboration.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Proven experience as a Buyer, preferably in a similar industry.
*Strong negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost reductions and favorable terms.
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships.
*Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
*Knowledge of supply chain management tools and techniques such as VMI, Min/Max, Kanban, and SLA.
*Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
Benefits:
*Full CIPS Sponsorship
*Excellent growth/ career development opportunities
*Dynamic and supportive work environment.
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