Procurement Specialist

About the Role:

Elev8 Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Technical Buyer to join our team. As a Technical Buyer, you will be responsible for leading supplier selection and development, ensuring suppliers meet quality, delivery, and cost requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier selection and development, ensuring suppliers meet quality, delivery, and cost requirements.
• Engage with suppliers to assess technical requirements and manage supplier accounts on the company ERP system.
• Monitor costs and budgets, communicate discrepancies, and ensure timely delivery of materials in line with production targets.
• Liaise with various departments to keep everyone informed about supply statuses and resolve any invoice queries.
• Identify new suppliers and methods to enhance the company's purchasing and stock control processes.
• Contribute to cost reduction, product development, and process improvement projects.

Requirements:

• Experience in a manufacturing-based purchasing role with a good grasp of mechanical and electrical processes.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Competence in interpreting engineering CAD drawings and excellent computer skills.
• A flexible, adaptable approach and the ability to work effectively in a changing environment.
• Optional but beneficial: CIPS certification or an engineering-related qualification.

About Us:

Elev8 Recruitment Ltd is a forward-thinking company that excels in project-based manufacturing. We value innovation and efficiency, and we are looking for a Technical Buyer who shares our values and is ready to take on a new challenge.