Technique Recruitment Solutions are working alongside a global machinery and product manufacturer who have a new opportunity for an Assistant Buyerto join their team. As well as a competitive salary the role offers an excellent benefits package
Working as part of a team within the Purchasing Department, the Assistant Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day management of a group of designated supplier accounts. This role includes general purchasing transactions, monitoring of purchase order progress, on-time order delivery, cost control, inventory turns and supporting aspects of supplier quality.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support the Procurement team in the development of product category strategies by undertaking market analysis and research.
Take accountability for a small product category to support future development
Assist the team in data collection on vendor performance
Collate Request For Quotation (RFQ) responses and complete costing sheets
Support buyers in the critical path management of pre-production samples for new tenders managed by the procurement team