Buyer

The Buyer will be primarily responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials and site services to meet the organisation's operational needs. A proactive approach with strong negotiation skills and a keen eye for market trends, is required to contribute to our strategic procurement objectives and drive cost-effective solutions. It is a fast-paced, growth environment that requires optimisation of supply chain efficiency. The Buyer will assist with a wide range of duties within the Purchasing function. Responsibilities Coordinate Purchase Requisitions, raise Purchase Orders and monitor supplier delivery dates. Communicate any risks/issues to the Procurement Lead and work to resolve Expedite urgent and outstanding orders to support Production and ensure Delivery target of >98% is achieved. Develop effective relations with Teledyne CML Composites suppliers, partners and stakeholders Responsibility for all purchasing projects as required and identified by the Procurement Manager, including for site services, Production Composites Materials, Machined metallics & other general commodity's on an international supply chain. Purchasing goods and services at the best Cost/Quality/Lead Time. All admin duties arising from the above including; accurate maintenance of computer files, filing of quotes and purchase order duplicates, up to date records of NDA/SDR and Vendor Assessments. Provide weekly task report to Procurement Manager Assist Procurement Lead in developing suitable supplier relationships and reducing inventory Take part in NPI activities for new projects Identify and deliver cost saving projects across direct and indirect spend Support new development projects and ongoing business growth. Other duties as required, including: Comply fully with internal and external quality Audits Be responsible for the wellbeing and Health & Safety of fellow workers Work within the guidelines set out in the Teledyne CML Composites works procedure manual and the Teledyne CML Composites Quality Procedure Manual Contribute to future growth and profitability of Teledyne CML Composites We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins. Essential Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment Knowledge of MRP systems CIPS qualification - working towards or already achieved MCIPS Desirable Experience of Aerospace and/or Composites industry Composite Raw Material and site services Degree in relevant subject Behavioural Competencies Hardworking, enthusiastic, flexible team player, who is also able to use their own initiative Based in Bromborough, Teledyne CML Composites is a fast growing manufacturer, supplying carbon/glass fibre composite parts and assemblies to some of the world's leading aircraft and aero engine producers. Operating across three distinct product groups namely commercial, defence and business jet products, this role is an opportunity to join a team putting the finishing touches to our highly technical products. The manufacturing facility houses some of the most advanced machining technology in Europe such as a multi axis NDT robotic machine, automated material cutting machine and multi axis CNC machining centres. Teledyne CML Composites has positioned itself, and is recognised as one of the worlds leading suppliers in composites and supports the business strategy of continuous growth and technical innovation. With an orderbook extending out into the next decade, we are looking for new colleagues to join our thriving company. Benefits Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7% Employee Stock Purchase Plan Free life assurance cover at the value of four times basic annual salary 25 days holiday per annum Holiday purchase scheme which enables employees to purchase an additional week's worth of annual leave each year Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to internal benefits platform Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health, as well as their cultural/environmental wellbeing Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts with leading brands/retailers Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced family-friendly benefits Company sick pay Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Committee that supports and champions employee diversity #J-18808-Ljbffr