Buyer

Cordius is looking for a Buyer to join a company in Hope Valley, on the outskirts of Sheffield. The company is a well-known, leading manufacturer of heat technology used in furnaces and ovens for the laboratory and process markets with more than 65% of sales coming from Export markets.

**Location**: Hope Valley, Derbyshire
**Salary**: £35,000 + Company Benefits
**Key Skills**: ERP/MRP, Procurement, Stock Management, CIPS, Customs Import

**Primary responsibilities**:

- Work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements with the use of ERP/MRP system.
- Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders. Manage and maintain required stock and safety stock levels.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, delivery dates and costs.
- Update internal business system with product and supplier details where required.
- Maintain records and documentation within the department to allow full traceability.
- Develop relationships with internal stakeholders to understand future requirements.
- Contribute to the development of Procurement performance.
- Help to develop and implement KPI’s to analyse & improve supplier performance.
- Consignment Stock Management
- Maintain document and records for import.

**Key skills and qualifications**:

- CIPS Level 6, or similar qualification in Purchasing.
- Previous experience with MRP/ ERP systems.
- Proficient in the use of MS Office - Excel & Word.
- Experience in managing and negotiating with suppliers.
- Strong planning and organisational skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

**Desirable**:

- At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
- Previous experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to understand internal and external technical information.
- Experience of Customs Import procedures

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Reference ID: AG/001851