Buyer 6m FTC

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Buyer to join their dynamic team in Fareham. This role offers the opportunity to support strategic procurement activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services. As part of a forward-thinking company, you will collaborate closely with various departments, including Engineering and Quality, to overcome challenges and enhance supplier performance. If you have a passion for procurement and a desire for career growth, this role provides a platform for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar procurement role.
• Experience with ERP systems and intermediate Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply of materials and goods.
• Support procurement tasks and maintain ERP/MRP data.
• Ensure optimal pricing, quality, and delivery from suppliers.

Skills

ERP system experience

Intermediate Excel knowledge

Procurement experience

Education

Relevant degree or qualification in procurement

Job description

Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.

As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 24,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia.

Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace.

The Role:

This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Buyer will support the Strategic Buyers in managing the day-to-day procurement activities including end-to-end supply of materials, goods, and services, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• This role is responsible for the end-to-end supply of materials/goods and services from the placement of orders to delivery.
• Purchase all components/services required by the company in a professional manner.
• Support the Project/NPI Strategic Buyer and the Commodity (Senior) Strategic Buyers with day-to-day procurement tasks and activities, such as issuing tender requests, raising purchase orders, and maintaining ERP/MRP data.
• Actively manage the reschedule messages in line with our Material Requirement Plan (MRP) requests.
• Ensure purchase order dates are placed and maintained in line with MRP and against agreed dates from the supplier.
• Ensure that the call-off orders are monitored and actioned as appropriate.
• Ensure that supplier pricing and lead times are maintained in MRP.
• Ensure all items are purchased at the optimum combination of price, quality, and delivery.
• Monitor the performance and selection of suppliers in association with the Quality Department.
• Work with the Engineering Department to overcome technical problems with the supply of parts and to provide the timely supply of parts for Engineering Projects.
• Ensure purchase or contract terms and conditions placed on suppliers protect the company and are appropriate for the purchase.
• Monitor the reorder levels set in GEM.
• Expedite orders.
• Monitor call-off orders and supplier stock-holding programmes where appropriate.
• Undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence, as required by their Head of Unit from time to time.

Skills & Experience:

• ERP system experience.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Intermediate Excel knowledge.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.