Job Title : Buyer
Location : Bradford
Work Type : Permanent/ Onsite
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Description :
To work in supply chain management as part of the Procurement Department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Product Sourcing and Purchasing:
* Identify and source products and materials needed by the company.
* Review and analyse purchase requests from various departments.
* Ensure product quality, cost-efficiency, and supplier reliability.
Supplier Management:
* Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
* Conduct supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, and establish terms of sale.
* Monitor supplier performance and compliance with company standards.
Negotiation and Cost Management:
* Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery timelines to optimize costs.
* Review market trends and compare prices to ensure competitive pricing.
* Collaborate with project delivery team to stay within budget guidelines and find cost-saving opportunities.
Inventory and Order Management:
* Coordinate order fulfilment and manage inventory levels to avoid shortages.
* Track deliveries and ensure all purchased goods are received on time.
* Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to streamline inventory management.
Compliance and Documentation:
* Ensure all purchasing activities comply with legal requirements and company policies.
* Maintain accurate records of orders, contracts, and pricing agreements.
* Prepare reports on purchase activities and supplier performance as required.
* Support smooth running of other business processes such as NCR, Kanban and stock availability by effective communication.
* Always adhere to company’s Health and Safety procedures.
Qualifications/Experience required
* CIPS level 4 desirable
* 5 year purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment desirable
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Excel at intermediary level
* Full driving license