Temporary Buyer - Life Sciences!
Location: Waterbeach, near Cambridge
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary.
Hours: Flexiable.
Department: Procurement
Our client is a leading global organisation in the life science and laboratory equipment industry, supplying essential products to researchers and laboratories worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and excellence, they are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Buyer to strengthen their procurement function.
Role Summary:
As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient procurement of materials and products to meet the company's operational and development needs. Reporting directly to the Site Purchasing Manager, you'll be responsible for processing orders, maintaining supplier relationships, optimising inventory levels, and contributing to key development projects.
Key Responsibilities:
Order Management: Process and confirm orders in multiple ERP systems, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
Supplier Communication: Maintain strong relationships through commercial correspondence and lead time monitoring.
Data Maintenance: Update supplier and item information, including contact details, payment terms, purchase prices, and delivery times.
Inventory Control: Monitor and manage stock levels, batch sizes, and safety stock levels to optimise procurement strategies.
Project Support: Act as a key project member in development initiatives, including the onboarding of new s...