Buyer

1 week ago

Edinburgh, United Kingdom Anderson Knight Full time

Anderson Knight is currently recruiting a Buyer for one of our manufacturing clients based in Edinburgh.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Supplier Management & Negotiation**:

- Identify and assess new and existing suppliers to ensure reliable sources of supply.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost savings and improve supply chain efficiencies.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring alignment with company quality standards and timelines.
- **Procurement & Inventory Management**:

- Place orders for materials, components, and other required products based on production demand and inventory levels.
- Monitor inventory levels to avoid stockouts or overstock, adjusting orders based on usage forecasts.
- Manage reorder levels and safety stock to ensure continuous production.
- **Cost Management & Reporting**:

- Analyse market trends and price fluctuations to optimise purchasing strategies.
- Develop and implement cost-saving initiatives in collaboration with the production and finance teams.
- Prepare and maintain procurement reports, including cost analysis and supplier performance.
- **Quality Control**:

- Collaborate with the Quality Control department to ensure all purchased materials meet required specifications.
- Address any quality issues with suppliers and negotiate replacements or refunds when necessary.
- **Order Tracking & Delivery Management**:

- Track and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery of materials to the production floor.
- Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure smooth receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials.
- Manage supplier delivery schedules, proactively addressing delays or shortages.
- **Data Management & Systems**:

- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels in ERP or procurement systems.
- Use data analysis to forecast needs, identify purchasing trends, and support budget planning.
- **Compliance & Risk Management**:

- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain, including contingency planning for critical supplies.

**Qualifications**
- **Education**: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS)
- **Experience**:

- 2-5 years of experience in a procurement, buyer, or purchasing role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience working with ERP systems and procurement software.

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

Pay: £35,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: AK-GM010

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