Buyer

Morgan Jones Recruitment; Edenbridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Hybrid working

Job summary

Morgan Jones is seeking a Buyer to ensure materials and services are available to meet business requirements while maintaining strong supplier relationships and achieving commercial objectives.

The role involves processing POs, expediting orders, monitoring supplier performance, and negotiating pricing and lead times. You will also manage inventory, generate Excel reports, and support internal departments with purchasing needs in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years purchasing experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and procurement processes.
• Experience with Business Central would be advantageous.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Confident negotiator with excellent communication skills.
• Commercially aware, organized and detail-focused.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and expedite purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve shortages, delays, quality concerns, and invoice queries.
• Expedite outstanding orders to achieve on-time delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, and service levels.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial agreements.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels while supporting operational demand.
• Produce purchasing and performance reports using Excel.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data within procurement systems.
• Support internal departments with purchasing requirements.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with sourcing and onboarding new suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Excel

Multi-tasking

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Business Central

Job description

The Role

As Buyer, you will be responsible for ensuring materials and services are available to meet business requirements while maintaining strong supplier relationships and achieving commercial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and expedite purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve shortages, delays, quality concerns, and invoice queries.
• Expedite outstanding orders to achieve on-time delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, and service levels.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial agreements.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels while supporting operational demand.
• Produce purchasing and performance reports using Excel.
• Maintain accurate supplier and product data within procurement systems.
• Support internal departments with purchasing requirements.
• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist with sourcing and onboarding new suppliers.

About You

• Minimum 3 years' purchasing experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and procurement processes.
• Experience with Business Central would be advantageous.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Confident negotiator with excellent communication skills.
• Commercially aware, organised, and detail focused.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Hybrid working

Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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