Project Buyer

Working within Services division in United Kingdom as a passionate and driven Buyer PPR to help plan, execute and finalise purchasing of procurement strategies for spend across the organisation. Communication and working to targets is a strong element of this role!

Client Details

I have teamed up with a global manufacturing company based in Leeds who are the market leader in fluid control and adaptation. Creating high quality instruments / tools for the manufacturing industry.

Description

The successful Project Buyer will be responsible for:

• Ensuring key performance indicators for core operational targets are met.
• First line of escalation in project critical actions and supplier issues
• Internal reporting for the assigned sub-contract machining and finished components
• Identification of suppliers including supplier development
• Placement of PO's to meet the MRP and project requirements
• Expediting suppliers to ensure the delivery requirements are met
• Responsible, in co-ordination with supplier quality, for all supplier quality requirements
• Recovering back charges from the supplier for either quality costs or late deliveries

Profile

The successful Project buyer will ideally possess the below:

• HNC/Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering desirable
• Relevant experience within related industry ideally Oil and Gas
• Ability to travel to support with auditing of new or current vendors
• Target driven with a focus on results.
• Experience in the art of negotiation, persuasion and influence
• Supplier management experience
• Self-starter - able to work both autonomously and independently
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) both supplier facing and internal
• Solid time management and organisational skills
• Manage in a fast-paced environment
• Strong project financial skills

Job Offer

• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + service days
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-site car parking
• Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment, and Lifestyle
• Long service awards

Salary - Up to 40k

Location - Leeds

Please apply with a covering letter outlining why you would be suitable for the role