Buyer

Salary: £30,000
Elevation Procurement and Supply Chain are pleased to have partnered with a multi-million turnover business within the manufacturing industry based in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire, to recruit a Buyer.
Purpose of the Job:
Taking care of all purchasing tasks with the aim of ensuring correct goods and services are supplied with the best value and on-time. This also includes supplier management with the aim of continuous development of the supply base so that it continues to meetthe needs of the organization. The continuous improvement and optimization of the purchasing process and conditions, in terms of costs, value and risks.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide a high level of skill in interpreting internal and external customer requirements to ensure Purchasing services are aligned
- Place purchase orders aligned to estimates on the supply chain
- Gain a full understanding of the desired schedule requirements ensuring all components & services are delivered in line with the project schedules providing 100% on time in full
- Identify opportunities for negotiation to achieve best value to ensure projects meet or exceed budget
- Identify and assess new suppliers to ensure you are working with a supply chain that deliver operational and value excellence
- Contribute to the departments continuous improvement programme to ensure the business provides the highest possible value of service to all customers
Background:

- Proven working experience as junior buyer or buyer in a wholesale distribution environment
- Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
- Highly skilled in negotiation and network
Based in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire
If you want to discuss this position in more detail, please contact Jess Quinn at Elevation Recruitment Group.