Buyer

ABG Commercial Realty; Crowmarsh Gifford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing partnership in South Oxfordshire is seeking a Buyer to support the procurement function. The ideal candidate will have proven purchasing experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a background in supply chain management. Responsibilities include sourcing materials, negotiating prices, and coordinating timely deliveries. Transport is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven purchasing experience.
• Demonstrated negotiating skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain management.
• Computer literate.

Responsibilities

• Buy materials and services at competitive pricing.
• Investigate alternative suppliers for cost-effective terms.
• Negotiate prices with business partners.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Negotiating skills

Supply chain management knowledge

Computer literacy

Job description

Buyer South Oxfordshire.

BlueGate have partnered with a manufacturing company in South Oxfordshire.

Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager the Buyer will support the procurement function to achieve business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• To buy materials and services at the best competitive pricing in accordance with the required quality, quantity, delivery instructions, and other business requirements.
• To investigate alternative suppliers offering equivalent goods on cost-effective terms.
• To negotiate the prices with business partners to ensure and achieve price competency.
• To fulfil all the prerequisites before releasing purchase orders to the suppliers/ service providers.
• To coordinate with suppliers/ service providers for timely delivery of goods and services.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with business partners.
  
  

Requirements

• The candidate should have proven purchasing experience.
• Demonstrated negotiating skills and knowledge of supply chain management
• Computer literate
  
  

Your own transport is essential, and parking is provided.

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