Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Newtown; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in motion solutions is seeking a Buyer to manage complex supplier accounts and ensure material availability. The role involves optimizing inventory levels and resolving supply chain issues, requiring strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salaries based on experience

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical/electronics purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in global purchasing and managing strategic accounts.
• Inventory management experience, with a proven ability to resolve shortages.

Responsibilities

• Manage Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical accounts with suppliers.
• Expedite materials and resolve supply chain issues.
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

MCIPS

Business Degree

Job description

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We take care of the world’s motion. We provide AC, DC, and Servo drive solutions for everything from heavy industry to theatre productions, end-to-end production lines, and everything in between.

Our precision-engineered drives are designed to optimise performance and productivity, creating essential motion for a more efficient future. As part of Nidec, the world’s largest electric motor company, we make the world spin smarter and faster.

As a global business that has been operating for over 50 years, we have grown into a thriving enterprise with operations in over 30 countries. We pride ourselves on our people and seek those who are continuously striving for excellence with the ambition to succeed.

Role overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer within Nidec Drives. The successful candidate will manage Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical accounts, working with high-complexity and long-lead-time suppliers globally.

This role involves expediting materials, resolving root cause issues to ensure a seamless supply chain for production, and managing supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD) and inventory optimization.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Material Availability:

• Raising POs, rescheduling, and cancelling orders to meet MRP requirements, maintaining accurate order book management.
• Enforcing an RCCM approach for line stops due to parts issues.
• Managing suppliers daily to ensure timely delivery of parts in the correct quantities.
• Reviewing supply chain risks and proactively resolving them.
• Monitoring supplier performance and taking corrective actions for poor performance.
• Supporting the Quality Department in resolving quality issues.

Inventory Management:

• Seeking continuous improvement in lead times and inventory levels.
• Supporting internal processes to ensure material availability, quality, and accessibility.

Project / Contract Management:

• Managing assigned supplier accounts to improve performance.
• Collaborating with Procurement to negotiate, implement, and review contractual agreements.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel within the UK is expected.

Qualifications & Experience:

• MCIPS and/or a Business Degree.
• Proven mechanical/electronics purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in global purchasing, managing strategic accounts, and sole-sourced parts.
• Inventory management experience (supplier and internal).
• Proven ability to resolve shortages.
• Analytical skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, with confidence.

We support our employees to excel at work and enjoy a fulfilling life outside of it. We offer opportunities for growth, diverse career paths, exciting challenges, and a culture that celebrates diversity.

Nidec Drives offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive salaries based on experience and current market rates.