Global mechanical engineering business require a Buyer. Applicants need procurement experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment, be comfortable working with technical drawings, MRP/ERP literacy and a positive, pro-active outlook.
The Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting to a Procurement Manager. The Buyer will undertake procurement activity in-line with MRP requirements and broader strategic business objectives. The focus of the procurement will predominately be on direct materials, components and services used in the manufacture of mechanical and flow control equipment.
Specific duties of the Buyer include:
- Purchasing in-line with MRP and driving suppliers against OTD/OTIF metrics
- Scheduling and Re-scheduling of MRP orders
- Supplier relationship management activities - review meetings, visits etc.
- Analysis of procurement department data to drive activities and shape broader procurement strategies
- Support cost saving, supplier rationalisation and inventory reduction objectives
- Participate in LEAN and CI initiatives within the procurement function
Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Purchasing, Procurement or Buyer experience
- Analytical and negotiation skills
- Ability to read engineering drawings
- MRP / ERP literacy
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing or engineering business