Are you a Buyer looking for a new opportunity with a growing and exciting organisation?
Our client based in High Wycombe has an amazing benefits package, great initiatives on sustainability, and prides itself on its eco-friendliness.
The objectives, role and responsibilities are below:
* Conduct regular performance reviews with Suppliers and utilise Bi data.
* Negotiate proposed supplier price increases to reduce negative impact on budget.
* Ensure company systems (AX Dynamics/365) are kept up to date with the correct data i.e. supplier lead times, MOQ’s and raw material min stock levels.
* Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
* Conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality.
* Support the Purchasing Assistant in their daily duties and ensure compliance with required tasks.
* Purchase Raw Materials as required by systems and supply chain challenges.
* Liaise with suppliers to ensure deliveries meet required production.
* Actively support and work as part of Global Procurement with other Stakeholders to improve the Global Sourcing Strategy.
* Co-ordinate with the operations team on raw material ordering and delays.
* Work with the Demand Planner to maintain supply and suggest improvements as part of the Value Chain.
* Management of raw material stocks through use of MRP systems and internal reporting.
* Monitor quality and service issues and take corrective actions as needed.
* Adhere to company procedures and audit compliance.
* Perform any other duties assigned to ensure success of projects, individuals, and the company.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Experience (Required to perform the job)
* CIPS Diploma or equivalent degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain or Purchasing/Procurement.
* Keen attention to detail.
* Effective communicator, both internally and externally.
* Ability to prioritise effectively, processing large amounts of data within short timescales.
* Creative mindset, looking for opportunities to improve current practices.
* Previous experience of working in Purchasing/Procurement.
* Previous experience of working in the Flavour Industry.
* Knowledge/experience of using internal specifications systems/databases.
Job Overview
ID: 1182234
Date Posted: Posted 3 days ago
Expiration Date: 17/09/2024
Location: High Wycombe
Competitive
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