Specialist II, Purchasing/Procurement

2 months ago

Aylesbury, United Kingdom Nordson Corporation Full time

Collaboration drives Nordson's success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to continuously improve and grow, and our customers to succeed. You will find Nordson employees sharing our success by giving back in the communities around the world where we live and work.

Nordson TEST & INSPECTION, a leading provider of advanced inspection and testing solutions, is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our team in Aylesbury, United Kingdom as a Specialist II, Purchasing/Procurement

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

* Identify, research, evaluate and select suppliers that meet the organization's standards of price, quality, timing, and reliability of supply.
* Responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of a group of commodities.
* Support the commercial and contractual supply chain activities associated with procuring materials and services in support of the manufacture and service of the assigned commodities.
* Purchase the necessary quantities of raw materials, equipment supplies and services at the most economical cost and lowest inventory, for delivery at the time and location specified
* Drive improvements in annual total costs for specific commodities and products

Role and Responsibilities

* Responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of product groups assigned to support MRP, Kanban, Sales Orders or R&D.
* Sourcing of new components and assemblies from new and existing suppliers, working from engineering drawings/technical specifications.
* Responsible for the supplier relationship management within the assigned product group.
* Maintain an appropriate meeting schedule with suppliers and provide feedback to management on issues arising.
* Liaise with the Supply Chain Manager and Purchasing Supervisor ensuring that any supply chain problems affecting production are resolved efficiently.
* Work closely with R&D on NPI projects to meet product release deadlines.
* Lead negotiations of long-term supply contracts
* Identify specific areas for cost savings, make recommendations and implement improvements where required.

Skills and Qualifications

* Educated to degree level or equivalent and will either be qualified or working towards MCIPS or alternatively have industry based experience
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a strategic purchasing role, preferably working with electro mechanical assemblies.
* Experience of working with ERP systems
* Ability to work from engineering drawings/technical specifications.
* Development and management of 'pull' or JIT supply chains to support a forecast driven 'build to order' customer expectation.
* Demonstrable strategic approach to procurement and best practice.
* Strong commercial acumen with experience of contract negotiation.
* Exceptional communication skills and an ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
* Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Outlook to an intermediate level.

Travel

* The role requires occasional travel within the UK and internationally.

Benefits

We offer a flexible work schedule, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth and development.

About Nordson TEST & INSPECTION

At Nordson TEST & INSPECTION, we value diversity and inclusivity in all aspects of our business. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.

Our recruitment process is designed to identify the best qualified candidates for the role, and we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for inclusion, diversity and equity, and the ability to contribute to a culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and included.

Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team that is dedicated to providing advanced inspection and testing solutions and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

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