Purchaser (4 Day Working Week)

1 week ago

Aylesbury, United Kingdom CTE Advanced Technologies Ltd Full time

**Job Title**: Purchaser
**Location**: Aylesbury, Uk
**Reports To**: Operations Director
**Company**: CTE Advanced Technologies Ltd

**About Us**

We are a growing SME manufacturer specialising in the manufacture of high precision fabricated and machined components for the Motorsport and Automotive industries. We’re committed to high-quality output, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchaser to manage the procurement of materials and components essential to our production process.

**Role Overview**

As the Purchaser, you will be responsible for sourcing, ordering, and ensuring the timely delivery of all parts and materials required for manufacturing operations. You will manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and work to continuously reduce costs and improve reliability. This is a key role in ensuring our production runs smoothly and profitably.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Procurement Management
- Purchase all necessary parts, materials, and consumables required for production.
- Ensure materials arrive on time, in full, and within budget.
- Track and manage purchase orders, lead times, and delivery schedules.
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Maintain regular communication with existing suppliers to ensure performance expectations are met.
- Develop and maintain strong, productive relationships with key suppliers.
- Handle any supply issues proactively to avoid production disruptions.
- Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports on supplier performance, including OTIF (On Time In Full), pricing, and quality issues.
- Maintain procurement KPIs and identify trends or areas for improvement.
- Cost and Efficiency Improvements
- Continuously explore new suppliers and alternative sourcing strategies to reduce costs and improve quality or lead times.
- Work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g., production, design, quality) to ensure procurement aligns with operational requirements.
- Inventory & Systems Management
- Work in conjunction with the stores and production team to avoid shortages or overstocking.
- Accurately record and update procurement data within the ERP or MRP system.

**Skills & Experience Required**
- Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role, ideally in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Confident with data analysis and report generation.
- Experience with MRP software and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure.

**Desirable Qualifications**
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A chance to play a key role in a growing and ambitious company

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- No weekends

Work Location: In person

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