Buyer

OSI Systems; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in St. Neots is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to manage procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, strong negotiation and customer service skills, and proficiency in MS Office and MRP systems. This role involves sourcing components, raising purchase orders, and liaising with internal departments to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Desirable experience in electronics manufacturing or CEM.
• Strong MS Office skills and experience with MRP.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing of components according to MRP.
• Source components needed for production.
• Raise purchase orders from requisitions.
• Resolve delivery issues effectively.
• Share market intelligence with departments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Customer service skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply

Tools

MRP software

Job description

Overview

OSI Electronics, UK is based in St Neots, Cambridgeshire. From design, prototype, and PCB assembly to volume box builds, we make electronic products for UK and overseas markets. Being electronics specialists, providing the highest quality, reliability, on-time deliveries, and customer support in UK electronics manufacturing. We focus on end-to-end electronic device manufacturing, customizable to meet the individual requirements of UK and International companies and Original Equipment Manufacturers.

Our customers include medical and life sciences, broadcast and communication, industrial equipment, commercial products, aerospace, and defence. You will find a great team of friendly people with considerable practical experience and extensive industry knowledge. They are backed by a lean manufacturing organization that invests in its people and future, for example, installing a newly configured SMT Hall with advanced technology capabilities and global resources to provide a competitive edge.

Job Overview

Coordinate purchasing activities with relevant departments to acquire inventory in a cost-effective and timely manner. Process purchase requisitions, purchase change orders, and requests for quotes to suppliers where required.

Obtain quotations from vendors and ensure components are purchased and expedited for production requirements. Components should be purchased at the correct specifications and price, and delivered to meet the production start dates.

Perform cost analysis and volume planning for major commodities (e.g., material, components). Monitor the cost, schedule, and scope of assigned subcontractors to negotiate the highest quality and best value. Develop new supplier sources where vendors are no longer competitive. May recommend cost-saving proposals.

Responsibilities

• Manage initial purchasing of components as presented by company MRP. Escalate any issues to the senior buyer or purchasing manager.
• Assist with sourcing/resourcing of components needed for imminent production.
• Raise purchase orders from purchase requisitions.
• Act as first line of escalation for delivery issues from the expeditor.
• Source correct components at the best price from the right vendors in line with company strategies and requirements.
• Share market intelligence with relevant internal departments, including lead times, supply issues, price fluctuations, product obsolescence, and franchise information.
• Ensure system data accuracy and appropriateness.
• Assist with resolving invoice, delivery, or quality disputes in a timely manner.
• Work with internal departments to resolve delivery issues.
• Support immediate production shortages as the first line of support.
• Assist with supply base optimization and support the implementation of business strategies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience.
• Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply and membership of CIPS is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in electronics manufacturing and/or CEM is desirable but not essential.
• Strong MS Office skills and experience with MRP.
• Excellent negotiation, customer service, and consulting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.