SRS Partnership is currently recruiting a Buyer/Purchasing Assistant for one of our clients based in East Ayrshire.
As the Buyer/PA you will be responsible for establishing and nurturing supply chain relationships, ensuring the effective sourcing of materials and services. The role focuses on negotiating supplier prices and lead times while managing purchasing and expediting for various business projects, ensuring that everything is delivered within or under budget and on time.
Main Duties:
* Tendering and Sourcing - Liaise and support the tendering process during the enquiry phase of projects, securing supplier quotes and lead times.
* Supplier Relationship Management - Proactively manage relationships with suppliers to identify cost savings and business improvement opportunities.
* Product and Supplier Research - Monitor and investigate new products and potential sources of supply, focusing on quality, price, and lead time.
* Collaboration with Engineering and Project Teams - Work closely with the Engineering team and Project Managers to review Bills of Materials (BoMs), request quotes for materials and services, and create purchase orders.
* Negotiation and Purchase Order Management - Negotiate and place purchase orders with agreed suppliers.
* Commercial Checks - Complete checks on payment terms, delivery terms, and general Terms and Conditions to ensure alignment with both supplier and client requirements.
* Supplier Development a...