Buyer

Matchtech; Pulborough; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech in Pulborough, West Sussex, is seeking a Buyer for a permanent role. Hybrid arrangement after probation, with 3 days on site supports production priorities and supplier coordination.

The role requires proven buying experience in manufacturing, strong ERP and MS Office skills, and the ability to manage supplier relationships while maintaining on-time delivery and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Buyer or purchasing role supporting manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and confident use of MS Office.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical approach to problem solving and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders in line with ERP requirements to support production and project deadlines.
• Expedite material supply with selected suppliers and produce weekly expedite reports.
• Analyse ERP exception messages and take action to prevent shortages and maintain flow of materials.
• Manage selected suppliers to improve on time delivery and control inventory levels.
• Prepare and issue electronic document packs to support custom part orders (for example drawings, BOMs and related files).
• Liaise closely with Engineering, Planning, Sales and Manufacturing to support delivery priorities.
• Contribute to process improvements and support ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Buyer experience

ERP systems

MS Office

Supplier management

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

ERP software

MS Excel

Job description

Proven experience as a Buyer within a manufacturing environment.

A leading global manufacturing business are currently recruiting for a Buyer on a full time, Permanent basis in Pulborough, West Sussex.

Role - Buyer

Type - Permanent

Location - Pulborough, West Sussex (Hybrid available after probation, 3 days onsite)

Key responsibilities for the Buyer will include and will not be limited to:

• Place purchase orders in line with ERP requirements to support production and project deadlines
• Expedite material supply with selected suppliers and produce weekly expedite reports
• Analyse ERP exception messages and take action to prevent shortages and maintain flow of materials
• Manage selected suppliers to improve on time delivery and control inventory levels
• Prepare and issue electronic document packs to support custom part orders (for example drawings, BOMs and related files)
• Liaise closely with Engineering, Planning, Sales and Manufacturing to support delivery priorities
• Contribute to process improvements and support ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and health and safety requirements

Key skills and experience required for Buyer job applicant and will not be limited to:

• Experience in a Buyer or purchasing role supporting manufacturing or production environments
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and confident use of MS Office
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and communicate clearly with internal stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail with an analytical approach to problem solving and decision making
• Organised, proactive and able to work to tight deadlines with a sense of urgency
• High standards of integrity, ethical working and commitment to environmental considerations

To apply for this Buyer/Purchasing Buyer/Procurement Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK