Manufacturing-Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established player in the industrial and manufacturing sector is seeking a Buyer to join their dynamic team in Brierley Hill. This role offers the chance to engage in purchasing activities, negotiate with suppliers, and manage stock levels within a supportive environment. With a competitive salary and opportunities for career development, this position is perfect for individuals eager to grow in the purchasing field. The company values strong organisational skills and effective communication, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)

On-site parking

Comprehensive training

Supportive environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years purchasing or negotiating experience required.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and update supplier records and expedite deliveries.

Skills

Purchasing Experience

Negotiation Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Excel

Attention to Detail

Numeracy Skills

Literacy Skills

Education

CIPS Level 5 or higher

GCSEs including Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

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• Basic engineering and steel industry knowledge.
• 3 years Purchasing or negotiating experience as a minimum.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected and established entity in the industrial and manufacturing sector. This medium-sized organisation is known for its high-quality products and is based in the thriving industrial estate of Brierley Hill.

Job Description

1. Raise and process purchase orders accurately and promptly.
2. Maintain and update supplier records.
3. Expedite deliveries and progress quotations.
4. Raise RFQs and monitor budgets against spend.
5. Assist in sourcing and evaluating suppliers.
6. Support the Purchasing Manager in negotiating prices and terms with suppliers.
7. Assist in managing and controlling stock/inventory levels.
8. Support the Purchasing and Quality Managers in supplier audits.
9. Resolve and approve invoice queries.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with an emphasis on verbal communication.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and priorities.
• Basic engineering and steel industry knowledge.
• Enthusiasm and desire for learning, with ambition to progress within the business.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Minimum of 3 years purchasing or negotiating experience.
• Ideally, CIPS Level 5 or higher qualification.
• GCSEs including Maths and English (desirable).

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £35,000 per annum.
• Opportunities for career development in Purchasing within a growing company.
• Comprehensive training and supportive environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%).
• On-site parking.

We invite all suitable candidates to apply for this exciting Buyer opportunity and join our team in Brierley Hill within the dynamic industrial and manufacturing industry.