Buyer - Contract

Extension Recruitment Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading OEM manufacturer in Washington is looking for a Buyer for a 6-month contract. Responsibilities include inputting orders into the MRP system, expediting and rescheduling orders, and negotiating with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have experience using MRP systems and working in manufacturing, with a strong understanding of purchasing principles and cost-effectiveness. This position offers the opportunity to work within a growing, dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Understanding purchasing principles and cost-effectiveness.
• Experience using an MRP system.
• Experience in a manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

• Input orders into MRP system.
• Expedite and reschedule orders.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers.
• Liaise with production and planning departments.
• Control material stock levels.
• Maintain MRP system.
• Promote purchasing best practices.
• Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments.

Skills

Purchasing principles

Cost-effectiveness

MRP system proficiency

Supplier negotiation

Tools

MRP system

Job description

Our client is a successful OEM manufacturer based in the Tyne and Wear area with an international client base. The company has experienced significant growth and now wish to appoint a Buyer to be based within their team in Washington on a 6 month contract.

Duties will include:

• Inputting orders into MRP system
• Expediting and rescheduling orders
• Sourcing and negotiating with existing and alternative suppliers
• Liaising with production and planning departments to ensure timely material availability
• Control of material stock levels
• Ongoing maintenance of MRP system
• Promotion of purchasing best practice principles throughout the department and the organisation
• Liaison with Engineering and Quality Departments for product approval.

The successful applicant will have;

• Understands the principles of purchasing and cost-effectiveness
• Previous experience using an MRP system
• Previous experience working within a manufacturing organization.