Buyer

Matchtech; Pennington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Buyer to join a high-performing procurement team. The role focuses on direct materials and services for a technology manufacturing environment, with emphasis on cost savings and best practice.

The Buyer will report to the Procurement Manager and work within a supportive, outcome-driven culture. Ideal candidates will have a background in purchasing or procurement, familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, and a proactive, collaborative approach to supplier management.

Qualifications

• Purchasing, Procurement, Buyer or related supply chain background.
• Interest in the technology manufacturing sector.
• IT literacy and/or MRP/ERP experience.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to influence.
• Office based 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong and collaborative relationships with suppliers to drive performance and collaboration.
• Full lifecycle procurements including supplier selection, tendering, negotiation and supplier management.
• Management of the PO purchase – raise, place, expediting.
• Maintenance of department and supplier data in MRP.
• Support procurement and supply chain management in adopting best practice.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier relations

MRP/ERP experience

Commercial acumen

Tools

MRP/ERP software

Job description

Successful high-tech manufacturing business require a Buyer. Applicants need a background within procurement or purchasing, be positive, proactive and outgoing individuals ready to make a difference within a supportive and high-performing team.

The Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The focus of the procurement activity will be on direct materials and services to support manufacturing. The business have an outstanding culture, team ethos and are now looking for a Buyer to help the company strive towards their cost savings targets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone stepping-up, or an experienced Buyer looking to make an impact around procurement strategies and best practice.

Specific duties of the Buyer include:

• Foster strong and collaborative relationships with suppliers - drive performance, innovation and collaboration
• Full lifecycle procurements - supplier selection, tendering, negotiation and supplier management
• Management of the PO purchase - raise, place, expedite
• Maintenance of department and supplier data in MRP
• Support Procurement & Supply Chain management in adoption of procurement best practice

Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Purchasing, Procurement, Buyer or related supply chain background
• Interest in the technology manufacturing sector
• IT literacy, and/or MRP, ERP experience
• Commercial acumen, people skills and the ability to influence
• Comfortable being office based 5 days per week