Buyer

Decora; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Lisburn is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their Purchasing and Logistics Team. The successful candidate will manage procurement of direct and indirect materials, ensuring inventory targets are met. Essential qualifications include at least 2 years of experience in procurement, proficiency in ERP systems, and strong analytical abilities. This role offers enhanced leave, health benefits, and potential for long-term career development.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Paid medical appointment allowance

Employee referral scheme

Health Shield benefit

Discount on company products

Flexi time arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in procurement within MRP environment.
• Experience with ERP systems is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of materials in line with inventory targets.
• Raising purchase orders and requisitions for suppliers.
• Monitoring supplier performance and ensuring cost effectiveness.

Skills

Negotiating procurement terms

Using ERP systems

Strong analytical skills

Proficient in MS Office

Organisational skills

Supplier selection

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business

Level 4 CIPS Qualification

Tools

Navision or similar ERP system

MS Excel

Job description

Main duties and responsibilities

Main Function

This role provides the opportunity to be an integral part of our established Purchasing and Logistics Team who are responsible for the management of all stock coming into the business, with a global annual spend in excess of £50m.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Procurement / buying of direct / indirect materials in line with inventory targets
• Raising purchase requisitions and purchase orders for suppliers.
• Progressing / expediting orders with suppliers to ensure on time deliveries and maintenance of appropriate inventory levels and inventory risk assessments.
• Validating, calculating and actioning MRP outputs.
• Undertaking resourcing activities including the identification of new supply lines, coordinating with internal departments for product sign off and aligning new orders to agreed inventory targets.
• Monitoring supplier performance.
• Maintaining supplier schedules in line with demand requirements.
• Ensuring cost effectiveness of all purchases.
• Interpreting data and providing recommendations and / or defining trends that result in improved inventory holding efficiency.
• Working closely with the Inbound Logistics Team to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of goods.
• Ensuring the accurate and timely maintenance of all systems and records.
• Ensuring invoices are posted in a timely manner.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal department managers.
• Developing / maintaining current ISO standards.
• Providing cover and assistance to colleagues when required.
• Any other reasonable duties which may be required by management from time to time.

Essential requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience of buying / procurement within MRP environment
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience of using ERP system and specific Purchasing modules
• Proficient in the use of MS Office, including higher Excel functions such as V Lookup, Pivot tables, Index / Match etc
• Experience of purchasing and procurement within manufacturing or FMCG environment
• Working knowledge of efficient materials flow and best practice
• Experience of supplier selection
• Strong track record of negotiating procurement / buying terms
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight schedules
• Ability to work proactively and on own initiativeStrong organisational and administration skills
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail
• Quick to learn navigation of ERP systems and other IT packages
• Confident and assertive
• Professional attitude and demeanor
• Adaptable / Flexible approach to work

Desirable requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or similar
• Level 4 CIPS Qualification
• Previous experience of Navision or similar ERP system
• Experience in buying to forecasts and stock life levels
• Experience of buying from suppliers based in Asia, Europe and the UK
• Experience of working with long lead time suppliers and shipping by sea freightWilling to travel from time to time

What we offer

• Enhanced annual leave with additional for long service
• Long service awards
• Paid medical appointment allowance
• Health Shield benefit upon 6 months service
• Discount on company products—up to 50% upon 6 months service
• Vitality leisure corporate discount
• Employee referral scheme
• Life assurance upon 1 years service
• Employee recognition schemes
• On-site parking
• Flexi time arrangements
• Working from home options