Procurement Specialist

1 month ago


Stockport, Stockport, United Kingdom Novanta Full time
Job Title: Buyer

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Buyer to join our team at Novanta. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our inventory, sourcing and procuring parts, and ensuring timely availability of all components required to build our products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and maintain accurate inventory records, ensuring optimal inventory levels to ensure supply continuity.
  • Source and procure parts, components, and services from suppliers, ensuring the best price and delivery quality.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, driving performance improvements and ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Manage and report on purchasing KPIs, ensuring timely availability of all components required to build our products.
  • Support the development of Assistant Buyer role in daily task management and supplier quality management.

Requirements:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate and select suppliers, manage relationships, and drive performance improvements.
  • CIPS qualifications preferred, with a strong understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality assurance techniques.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive base salary, reviewed annually.
  • Annual Bonus.
  • Private Medical Insurance Scheme.
  • Annual leave - 23 days + bank holidays, rising to 26 days with service.
  • Death in service scheme.
  • Enhanced company pension scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Volunteering Days.

About Novanta:

Novanta is a global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. We are committed to creating a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration, and empowerment. We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace, and we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.



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