Position Overview:
A dynamic and proactive individual is required to provide seamless and professional purchasing for our internal customers. A strong work ethic, attention to detail and a passion to drive change is critical for this fast paced role.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Take ownership of the component sourcing to achieve high availability of parts against the MRP plan.
* Ensure parts are on-site & on-time to meet MRP demand and build schedules. Proactively progress chase the supplier network for adherence to on-time delivery against agreed delivery dates.
* Participate in project and spares meetings to provide updates and explore impact on shortages.
* Maintain BOM tracker for machine builds, keeping this up to date and available for project leaders.
* To support day to day requirements, raising sales orders for quick supply, where identified as part of project, service and intensive care meetings.
* Maintain professional relationships and rapport to achieve fast responses and service from our supplier base.
* Proactively spot and seize opportunities for cost reduction against agreed targets.
* Ensuring our ISO standard is followed with regards to: obtaining quotations, raising, issuing, amending, filing and chasing purchase orders.
* Assist the accounts team with regular invoice reviews, Barclay card purchasing and supplier introduction.
* Support project and sales teams by providing timely and accurate updates as required.
* Consolidate and seek out new suppliers where possible.
* Liaise with suppliers to address quality and manufacturing issues as they arise.
* Be investigative and questioning in nature, providing good problem solving skills
* Support wider team functions, stock control, goods inwards
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience in purchasing or procurement
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong attention to detail
* Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., MRP, Sage) and Excel.
For more details or to express your interest in this role, please get in touch with Hayley Teague at hr@vapormatt.com.