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Principal Recruitment Consultant specialising in Procurement & Supply Chain Recruitment
Great opportunity for an experienced Buyer who has worked in a technical or engineering procurement role.
Our established client has created a new role for a Senior Buyer within their busy purchasing team. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for procuring materials from suppliers and sub-contractors to support the build plan of each project.
Duties and responsibilities of the role will include:
* Managing the end to end procurement process from demand, through to purchase orders and delivery of parts
* Build strong working relationships with suppliers to understand lead-times and ensure on-time delivery and quality
* Place purchase orders in our ERP-system, ensure good data integrity and process management
* Support any sourcing requirements including finding new suppliers, RFQs, supplier contracts
* Work closely with the Project Managers and Engineers to highlight any issues relating to the delivery or quality of materials
* Work closely with colleagues in operations, planning, logistics and quality
Experience and knowledge required for the role:
* Experience of working in a similar Purchasing or Buying role within an engineering/technical manufacturing organisation
* Understanding of BOM’s and Technical drawings
* Experience of managing Suppliers and their performance
* Strong planning and project management skills
* Organised approach and can plan ahead in a structured and methodical way
* Works well with colleagues and supports others to achieve the team and company goals
* Occasional travel will be a requirement of the role
Our client offers hybrid working, professional development including support with CIPS.
NB: Successful candidates will be subject to BPSS Clearance
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing
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