Buyer

Buyer
 
Lancing
 
£40,000
 
A buyer with an engineering or marine background is required for Hunters’ automotive engineering client.
 
6 -month contract, likelihood of extension Perm - 37.5hr weeks. Mon to Fri flexible start
 
Buyer – job

Working alongside clients, suppliers, engineering and programme management to determine and plan development and pre-production parts requirements.
Procurement of project goods including bespoke parts/tooling manufactured from drawings, along with design/development, and other technical services.
Preparing RFQ packs (downloading drawings/CAD files)
Analysing RFQ feedback and making sourcing decisions based on project requirements and best value.
Ownership of the Purchase Requisition/approval process to ensure compliance with internal and legislative controls  
Buyer - person

Experience working in an Automotive, Marine, Engineering or manufacturing environment
Strong data management skills and IT literacy especially Microsoft; Teams, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Understanding of and experience using materials & procurement management modules within MRP systems
Ability to communicate and present effectively to suppliers and clients at all levels
Knowledge of BoM’s, end-to-end purchase process, familiarity with technical drawings
An understanding of the principles of sustainable procurement and ESG factors
Flexibility to support travel to suppliers domestic and internationally and holder of a driving licence.  
Buyer – perks
 
Onsite gym
Onsite canteen (subsidised)
25 days holiday + bank holiday