Buyer in Engineering

Adecco; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Buyer in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. The role involves collaborating with suppliers and enhancing sourcing strategies in a dynamic team environment. The ideal candidate has sourcing experience in manufacturing, strong negotiation skills, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture. Apply now to contribute to our continuous improvement efforts and work-life balance initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and career progression

Team outings and celebrations

Flexible schedule for work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sourcing or procurement within manufacturing.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
• Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials for production.
• Analyse market trends to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers for quality and timeliness.
• Support inventory management and forecasting needs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team-oriented mindset

Proficiency in relevant software

Tools

Data analytics software

Job description

Buyer

Location: Maldon – Contract Type: Permanent

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and vibrant environment? Do you have a passion for sourcing and logistics? We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and proactive Buyer who has experience within Manufacturing or Engineering and a Technical mindset! If you're ready to bring your skills and energy to a fun and supportive workplace, keep reading!

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials and resources necessary for production.
• Analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential sourcing opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Utilise software and data analytics to streamline sourcing processes.
• Support the team with inventory management and forecasting needs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or logistics within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong negotiation skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills – you'll be working with a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks effectively.
• A positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience!
• Career Development: We believe in investing in our people. Enjoy ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Team Spirit: Work in a lively environment where collaboration and camaraderie are at the heart of what we do.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your time! Enjoy a schedule that allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Fun Perks: From team outings to celebrations of our successes, we know how to keep the spirit high!

Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about the chance to influence our sourcing operations and contribute to our success, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's build something amazing together.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the perfect fit for this role to [email address]. Make sure to include "Forward Sourcing Operative Application" in the subject line.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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