A well-established engineering organisation based in Havant are currently looking to hire an Interim Buyer on an initial 6 month fixed term contract.
The main function of the role will be working in a busy Procurement team whose responsibility is to purchase key raw materials and engineering parts required for production.
Key duties for the role include:
• Evaluating MRP demand, raising, amending, and monitoring purchase orders.
• Processing purchase requisitions, raising and issuing purchase orders as required.
• Ordering consumable items through supplier portals
• Communicate between production, planning and procurement teams regarding material shortages.
• Actively communicate with suppliers to request updates and register on MRP System
Benefits: 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), company pension scheme, death in service, commercial discount scheme, and employee assistance program.
Hours: On site, 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Thursday 8:00 – 16:15, Friday 08:00 – 15.00
The role is a 6 month fixed term contract to cover maternity. Whilst employed there may be opportunity to apply for other permanent roles within the company.
In order to be considered for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate purchasing experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Experience using an MRP/ERP system is preferred