Job Description
Job Title:
Buyer
Location:
Initially based at the Poole site, then moving with the factory to:
1 Viscount Road, Aviation Business Park, Bournemouth Airport, BH23 6BU
Contract Details:
Temporary contract - 9 months
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Standard office hours
Salary:
16.00 - 20.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
About Our Client:
Our client is a well-established organisation within the manufacturing and production sector, operating in a fast-paced and quality-driven environment. They are currently undergoing an exciting period of change, including a factory relocation to a modern site near Bournemouth Airport, creating opportunities to be involved in key operational and supply chain improvements.
Benefits & Perks:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Opportunity to support a major factory transition
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Exposure to innovative manufacturing projects
- Professional development and learning opportunities
- Inclusive and accessible recruitment process
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of components
- Manage open purchase orders and expedite where necessary
- Convert daily requisitions into purchase orders
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities across the supply chain
- Proactively source alternative suppliers to resolve shortages
- Collaborate with Engineering to identify suitable solutions
- Support invoice resolution and assist with payment queries
- Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes
Essential (Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience):
- Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role
- Background within a manufacturing or production environment
- Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail with strong numeracy skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Desirable (Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience):
- Experience supporting supply chain improvement initiatives
- Exposure to factory relocation or site transition projects
- Understanding of engineering or technical components
Technologies:
- Microsoft Excel (intermediate level)
- ERP / MRP systems (desirable)
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and want to be part of an exciting period of change, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding.
We look forward to welcoming talented individuals to our client's team and supporting their professional growth and development. Become part of their success story today!
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