Buyer in Fast-Paced Manufacturing — ERP & CIPS Path

Portfolio Procurement Ltd; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Portfolio Procurement Ltd. has a Buckinghamshire client recruiting a Buyer to manage purchase orders, negotiate with suppliers and support indirect purchases.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast needs and explore alternative supply options to meet urgent requirements. The ideal candidate will have buying experience, be part qualified in CIPS or willing to pursue it with company support, and be proficient with ERP/MRP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Purchasing or Buying role.
• Ideally part qualified in CIPS or with a willingness to complete with company support.
• Experience with ERP/MRP system.
• Some knowledge of import/export procedures.
• Good IT skills including Excel.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage, raise and process all purchase orders
• Source and negotiate key items with suppliers
• Ensure orders are progressing in a timely and effective manner
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand current and upcoming purchasing requirements
• Support with company indirect purchases
• Research and source alternative means of supply for urgent requirements.

Skills

Purchasing

Import/Export

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

CIPS qualification

Willing to complete with company support

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Portfolio Procurement Ltd. has a Buckinghamshire client recruiting a Buyer to manage purchase orders, negotiate with suppliers and support indirect purchases.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast needs and explore alternative supply options to meet urgent requirements. The ideal candidate will have buying experience, be part qualified in CIPS or willing to pursue it with company support, and be proficient with ERP/MRP systems and Excel.