Buyer
Keighley, West Yorkshire
£35,000 - £39,000 (dep on experience) + benefits
Overview:
This is a leading manufacturing business within their niche, working with businesses in the food industry worldwide. They provide precision machinery that is highly-respected and recognised for its quality. As they continue to grow, they are now looking for a Buyer with experience in direct materials procurement to join their team.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate as the stand alone buyer in a fast-paced manufacturing business managing daily procurement tasks including RFQ's, purchase orders and supplier communication.
Work closely with the Procurement Director in carrying out reviews and evaluation of existing supplier networks to look for opportunities to drive improvements and develop and refine agreements.
Review and evaluate potential new suppliers to look for ways to continually improve procurement across the business.
Identify cost saving opportunities both through supplier development and contract negotiation.
Facilitate an improving OTIF rate.
Work closely with internal colleagues in engineering, finance and other areas to streamline the buying and supply process.
Reduce supplier delays and improve component lead times.
Manage the risk register and develop mitigation strategies.
Person Specification:
Possess existing experience in a buying role (minimum 3 years) preferably within a manufacturing / engineering environment.
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