Buyer
12 month contract (strong chance of permanent role following end of contract)
Honiton area
£30,000 - £32,000
About the Role
Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Buyer to join their dynamic team on a 12 month FTC basis with a strong chance of a permanent role following.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and experience in stock management to play a key role in supporting both the commercial and operational sides of the business.
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for managing stock movements, assisting with sales forecast reporting, and ensuring effective communication with suppliers to minimise out-of-stock situations.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide regular sales reports to the management team to monitor forecast accuracy, stock levels, and adherence to plan.
* Support the commercial team with margin reporting and monitor annual sales performance against the budget.
* Assist the commercial team with New Product Development (NPD) costings.
* Conduct weekly stock checks on both finished goods and raw materials with minimal supervision.
* Ensure accurate and timely completion of stock records and provide visibility of future stock requirements.
* Develop and maintain a daily, weekly, and monthly production plan for the production teams.
* Build and manage supplier relationships to minimise stock shortages.
* Work closely with the operations team to ensure the Sage system accurately reflects physical stock.
* Maintain monthly stock reports to provide the business with accurate stockholding visibility.
* Manage and track any stock transfers outside of the standard process.
* Develop and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all stock control tasks.
* Collaborate with the commercial team and suppliers to identify opportunities to minimise costs.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience in a Buyer or Supply Chain role or similar within a manufacturing or production environment.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* Proficient in stock management and forecasting.
* Experience with MRP systems and stock management software is desirable.
* Ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and strong attention to detail.
Package
* Salary £32,000 + benefits
* 12 month FTC with opportunity for permanent role following
* Site based between Honiton and Axminster
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Enhanced paternity leave
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 23264
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