Buyer

1 month ago


Stirling, United Kingdom Escape Recruitment Services Full time

Job Type: Perm

Town/City: Stirling

County: Stirling

Salary/rate: Early Finish on a Friday

Sector: Supply Chain & Procurement

Job ref: SJB61282

Post Date: 30.11.2023

**Shuna Boyle**:
Principal Recruitment Consultant

Procurement & Supply Chain

01506 517 214

07549 035 192

**Description**:
Our fast-paced manufacturing client is looking to appoint an experienced Buyer to join their busy Supply Chain Team.

The Buyer will be responsible for the purchasing of components, materials and services to ensure meet the needs of production and ensure production continuity.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

- Managing the relationships of Key Suppliers and Sub-Contractors, measuring performance and working together to improve On-Time delivery and quality
- Sourcing of new Suppliers, negotiating terms to secure favourable agreements on price, quality and delivery schedules
- Resolve any quality issues of products with Suppliers
- Ensure any issues of delivery are highlighted
- Benchmarking of key commodities
- Work closely with colleagues in different departments (manufacturing, finance, Engineering)
- Assist in the implementation of process improvement and best practice across the Supply Chain Team

Experience and knowledge required for the role:

- Proven experience working in a similar Purchasing/Buyers role within a manufacturing environment
- Experience in building strong relationships with Suppliers and managing performance
- Strong negotiation, commercial and cost analysis skills
- Experience of using ERP/MRP systems and good Excel skills
- Team Player who works well with colleagues
- A solver of problems who always seeks the solution

If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail please send your CV today.


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