We're looking for a proactive and skilled Buyer to manage the purchasing of materials and goods while building strong supplier relationships. This role is key to ensuring a seamless supply chain, negotiating contracts, and driving supplier performance—all while maintaining quality, cost, and delivery standards.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Sick pay
* Company Pension Scheme
* Professional development opportunities.
* Friendly and collaborative work environment.
Roles and Responsibilities of a Buyer
* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring excellent communication and performance.
* Monitor supplier performance, address issues, and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Ensure materials and goods meet specifications, quality, and delivery requirements.
* Raise purchase orders, negotiate agreements, and onboard new suppliers as needed.
* Collaborate with engineering, project, and stores teams to ensure stock levels are accurate and procurement aligns with business needs.
* Track and report supplier metrics like SIFOT and address issues such as delays, quality failures, or damaged goods.
Personal Specification of a Buyer
1. Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or buying.
2. Experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering purchasing desirable but not essential
3. Strong communication and rela...