Buyer
1 week ago
At Brilliant our client since its conception in 2011, has become the access platform specialist of choice for the UK utility sector and beyond. Their rapid rise is the result of an unprecedented combination of factors: one of the widest ranges of productsin the country, a dedication to quality that their competitors struggle to match; and a proactive team that is committed to providing a full spectrum of services, from design to support.
**WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR**
We are looking for a Buyer to control the day to day purchasing of parts and services to the business, whilst ensuring the supply of goods is managed effectively, efficiently and to the highest quality at the most economical cost.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the purchase and supply of all procured goods and services.
- Successfully manage a large international supplier base, negotiating improved supplier terms, quality of product/service and pricing.
- Conduct market research and report on movements in price and changes in terms being offered.
- Manage supplier relationships including quality and supply issues, improving supplier performance and building successful supply chain partnerships.
- Identify and assess new supplier options for current and upcoming purchasing requirements.
- Complete the internal supplier approval process to ensure that all suppliers meet the relevant business standards and all relevant certification and records are up to date
- Arrange and attend supplier meetings to analyse and discuss supplier performance, as well as gain knowledge of the full portfolio of products and services offered.
- Maintain regular communication with the Production Team to finalise and confirm the weekly production schedule based on customer requirements and available material stocks.
- Analyse internal purchasing processes and suggest improvements to ensure continuity of the department’s performance.
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
**THE IDEAL CANDIDATE**:
- Knowledge of EMR Systems is a distinct advantage.
- Extensive understanding of purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
- Accomplished communication skills with experience discussing finances, budgets and costs.
- Proven history of successful supplier negotiation.
- Able to demonstrate continuous improvement through purchasing processes.
- First-rate time management and organisational skills with the ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure.
- Educated to A Level or equivalent (HNC or higher is preferred)
- CIPS qualified (or studying CIPS)
- Strong IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and Smartsheets.
- Detailed knowledge of import/export documentation is advantageous.
- Fluency in French/Italian/German Languages is desirable but not essential.
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