Buyer

6 months ago


Basingstoke, United Kingdom COMTECH TELECOMMUNICATIONS Full time

**Buyer**

**Tyson Park**, Basingstoke, UK**

**ABOUT US**:
Comtech Space Components & Antennas Division is a leading provider of ground-based antenna solutions to government and civilian customers across the world. Comtech design, develop and manufacture innovative products, systems, and services for advanced communication systems. You will be part of a team that facilitates and enhances the way people, businesses, and governments communicate around the world.

**ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY**:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Procurement Team. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring the highest quality components, materials, and services required for our antenna production and related projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality assurance, to understand project requirements and ensure that the procurement process aligns with our company's goals and standards.

**PRIMARY DUTIES**:

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing and new suppliers to ensure a reliable and sustainable supply chain.
- Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and quality management systems to ensure they meet our stringent standards.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to understand technical specifications and provide valuable input during the supplier selection process.
- Coordinate with production planning and inventory teams to expedite and optimise material availability and minimise lead times.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant industry regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with the quality assurance team to resolve any quality-related issues promptly.
- Regularly update and maintain procurement documentation and records to ensure transparency and traceability.
- Review material demand requirements to ensure component deliveries are scheduled in line with production requirements, reviewing, negotiating and issuing purchase orders and making required changes to documents, schedule and price.

**DESIRABLE SKILLS**:

- Strong administration and organisation skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail essential.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
- Experience within a Supply Chain environment preferable.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes and practices preferable.
- Familiarity with multiple in-house systems, specifically ERP or MRP systems preferred.
- A sound understanding of financial concepts in relation to evaluating supplier proposals, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and resolving invoice queries.
- Ability to review data to make informed decisions and prioritise workload.
- Capacity to negotiate favourable supplier terms.
- Willingness to travel occasionally to visit suppliers and attend industry events.

**WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?**

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

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