Assistant Buyer

Fusion People; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a temporary Assistant Buyer for at least 6 months in Barton Under Needwood. Key duties include managing supplier relationships in the MRP system, logging quotations, and ensuring supplier certifications. Candidates should have strong planning skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems. The role is Monday to Friday, and applicants are encouraged to apply irrespective of their background.

Qualifications

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in using ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and update item/supplier relationships in the MRP system.
• Log quotations under relevant suppliers.
• Ensure all supplier quality certifications are valid.
• Maintain supplier information in PRISM/COUPA.
• Manage GBNOPL with assistance from Buyers.

Skills

Team player

Numerate

Performance oriented

Attention to detail

Planning and organizational skills

IT literate

Use of ERP/MRP systems

Understand technical drawings and BOMs

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Buyer
Location: Barton Under Needwood
Duration: Min 6 months
Salary: TBC

Hours: 7.30am – 16.00pm, Mon – Thurs, 07.30am – 12.30pm Fri.

Our Engineering client based in Barton Under Needwood, is recruiting for a temporary Assistant Buyer, for a minimum of 6 months.

Key Duties & Tasks

• Set up and update item/supplier relationships in the MRP system
• Logging quotations under relevant supplier(s)
• Ensure all supplier quality certification is up to date and valid
• Upload and maintain supplier information in PRISM/COUPA
• Daily management of GBNOPL with the assistance of the Buyers
• Issuing RFQs with the assistance of the Buyers
• Identifying new and alternative sources of supply for products and making recommendations to the buyer
• Ensure monthly scorecards are sent to key suppliers
• Manage the ECO process for Purchasing
• Expedite deliveries as required
• Download monthly reports and create KPI’s
• Generate and distribute reports for VMI’s on site
• Support in supplier meetings with the Buyers
• Liaise with relevant departments as and when required to ensure tasks and objectives are met in a timely manner

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Able to work as part of a team
• Numerate
• Performance orientated
• Attention to detail
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• IT literate and fully conversant with all Microsoft Office applications
• Use of ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and BOMs( desirable)

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