Lean Supply Chain Buyer - Hybrid, Electronics

Trostan Dene; Accrington; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Pension

Employee discounts

Job summary

Trostan Dene in East Lancashire is seeking a Procurement/Materials Administrator on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will administrate all aspects of material supply, raise forecasts, purchase orders, expediting, deferrals, and update prices/MOQs.

You’ll liaise with suppliers on consignment stock and drive improvements in purchasing and inventory control. The role requires Lean thinking, ISO9001/ISO45001 awareness, strong leadership, and excellent IT skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of stock control systems and Lean methods.
• Experience in Electronics or Engineering environment with ISO9001/ISO45001 understanding.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving and change implementation abilities.
• IT skills in Outlook, Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Optimise purchase prices and stock levels.
• Ensure materials available on time.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory control.
• Identify and implement Lean improvements.
• Contribute to Lean projects and 5S/Kanban.
• Complete risk assessments, audits and health & safety improvements.
• Maintain a safe, organized workplace and support wider business functions.

Skills

Stock control systems

Lean supply chain

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Outlook

Excel

Word

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Trostan Dene in East Lancashire is seeking a Procurement/Materials Administrator on a 6-month fixed-term contract. You will administrate all aspects of material supply, raise forecasts, purchase orders, expediting, deferrals, and update prices/MOQs.

You’ll liaise with suppliers on consignment stock and drive improvements in purchasing and inventory control. The role requires Lean thinking, ISO9001/ISO45001 awareness, strong leadership, and excellent IT skills (Outlook, Excel, Word).