Purchasing Specialist

3 hours ago

Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Nordson Full time
Purchasing / Buyer Specialist

Nordson TEST & INSPECTION, a leading provider of advanced inspection and testing solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team in the UK as a Purchasing / Buyer Specialist.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Identify, research, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
  • Responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of a group of commodities, ensuring the most economical cost and lowest inventory levels.
  • Support commercial and contractual supply chain activities associated with procuring materials and services in support of the manufacture and service of assigned commodities.
  • Purchase necessary quantities of raw materials, equipment supplies, and services at the most economical cost and lowest inventory levels, for delivery at the specified time and location.
  • Responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of product groups assigned to support MRP, Kanban, Sales Orders, or R&D.
  • Sourcing of new components and assemblies from new and existing suppliers, working from engineering drawings/technical specifications.
  • Liaise with the Supply Chain Manager and Purchasing Supervisor to ensure that any supply chain problems affecting production are resolved efficiently.
  • Work closely with R&D on NPI projects to meet product release deadlines.
  • Lead negotiations of long-term supply contracts.
Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a strategic purchasing role, preferably working with electro mechanical assemblies.
  • Development and management of 'pull' or JIT supply chains to support a forecast-driven 'build to order' customer expectation.
  • Demonstrable strategic approach to procurement and best practice.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience of contract negotiation.
  • Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook, to an intermediate level.
Travel:

The role requires occasional travel within the UK and internationally.

We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development.

Nordson TEST & INSPECTION values diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of our business.

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