Buyer

PHABRIX Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Healthcare schemes

On-site gym

On-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

PHABRIX Ltd in Thatcham is seeking a Buyer to support daily procurement operations in SAP, manage material flow, and maintain inventory levels to ensure smooth production.

You will create POs, process orders, maintain BOMs and master data, track deliveries, and resolve invoice queries with Accounts Payable. Strong SAP and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with SAP ByDesign in procurement or inventory.
• Experience as Buyer or Assistant Buyer in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access).

Responsibilities

• Create, issue and manage POs for stock and non-stock items in SAP.
• Process incoming orders and build assemblies directly in SAP.
• Maintain SAP master data, BOMs, item master details, drawing registers and archives.
• Track order status and chase delayed shipments to ensure on-time delivery.
• Resolve purchase invoice queries with Accounts Payable and suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels, establish reorder points and advise on replenishment.
• Log and track stock for repairs and perform regular stock counts in SAP.
• Identify supply chain risks and propose efficiency improvements.

Tools

SAP ByDesign

Job description

Job Summary

The Buyer plays a key role in assisting the Buyer Team Leader by executing daily procurement operations in SAP, managing material flow, and maintaining optimal inventory levels within the manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for accurate SAP data entry, proactive supply chain tracking, and ensuring smooth production workflows through reliable material availability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & SAP Operations

• Create, issue, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) for stock and non-stock items efficiently and accurately within SAP.
• Process incoming orders and execute 'building assemblies' directly in the SAP system.
• Maintain SAP master data integrity, ensuring accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), item master details, drawing registers, and electronic file archives align with engineering specifications.
• Track order status across the supply chain, maintaining visibility on scheduled deliveries and proactively chasing delayed shipments.
• Resolve purchase invoice queries efficiently in coordination with Accounts Payable, Team Leader, and suppliers.

2. Inventory & Stock Control

• Monitor stock quantities, establish optimal reorder points, and advise the Purchasing Team Leader on replenishment needs.
• Maintain an organized stockroom environment, managing proper receipt, assignment, and issuing of inventory/raw materials to the shop floor.
• Support the Return Merchandise Authorisation (RMA) process on an assistance level, helping to log and track stock components used in product repairs as required.
• Conduct regular stock counts and perform monthly tracking and logging of scrap stock in SAP.

3. Continuous Improvement & Professional Development

• Identify potential supply chain risks, highlight areas for operational efficiency, and bring recommendations to the Buyer Team Leader.
• Participate in annual performance reviews, training courses, and continuous professional development.
• Attend team/operational meetings and industry trade shows/exhibitions as required.

Core Competencies

• Highly organised, accountable, and self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proactive problem-solver with high attention to detail, particularly regarding system data accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with suppliers, internal teams, and cross-departmental stakeholders.
• Flexible attitude and professional presentation.

Technical & Experience Requirements

• Hands-on experience with SAP (ideally SAP ByDesign) in a procurement or inventory environment, including PO creation, stock adjustments and assembly processes.
• Prior experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access).
• Solid understanding of BOMs (Bills of Materials) and technical drawing registers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, discretionary bonus scheme, and pension plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary).
• Medical, dental, and optical healthcare schemes.
• On-site gym, free EV charging points, on-site parking, and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Opportunities to attend industry trade shows and conferences.