Buyer

6 days ago


Oxford UK, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Huntress Full time

Role Overview

The Category Buyer is responsible for managing procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of goods and services needed for R&D, production, and supply chain operations. This includes order management, supplier relationships, risk mitigation, and driving cost efficiencies while maintaining quality standards.


Key Responsibilities


Procurement:

  • Source goods and services for production, R&D, and operational needs.
  • Negotiate with suppliers to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery terms.


Order Management:

  • Place and manage purchase orders in the ERP system.
  • Track and expedite open orders to meet deadlines.


Supplier Management:

  • Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
  • Conduct performance reviews and address quality or delivery issues.


Risk Mitigation:

  • Identify and escalate supply risks, including obsolescence, to relevant stakeholders.


Process Improvement:

  • Support the development of efficient procurement processes.
  • Maintain accurate ERP data to improve planning and reporting.


Cost Management:

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement them effectively.


Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles.
  • Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems, with analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  • A formal qualification in Purchasing or Supply Chain (e.g., CIPS Level 4) is preferred.



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