Manufacturing Purchaser & Sourcing Specialist

Aspire JOBS Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire JOBS Limited is seeking a Buyer/Purchasing Administrator to join a small, busy team in a manufacturing setting near Greater London. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of buying experience, familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, and strong Excel skills.

You will work on replenishment, supplier price comparisons, and costings while contributing to efficient production schedules. You will collaborate with purchasing, operations, and stores to ensure stock availability and timely

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year buying/purchasing experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Interest in manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-critical environment.
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems.
• Good Excel skills, including VLOOKUP.
• Strong communication skills and proactive learner.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time supply of procured parts, assemblies and services to meet business needs.
• Support Manufacturing Site Manager with product/part costings.
• Liaise with purchasing, operations and stores to manage replenishment lists and stock.
• Possess or develop理解 BOMs and engineering drawings; training provided.
• Go out to UK suppliers to obtain best price, via email and telephone negotiations.
• Record, consolidate and analyse supplier information to aid purchasing decisions.

Skills

Buying experience

ERP software

MRP knowledge

Excel (VLOOKUP)

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

MS Excel

ERP system

Job description

Aspire JOBS Limited is seeking a Buyer/Purchasing Administrator to join a small, busy team in a manufacturing setting near Greater London. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of buying experience, familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, and strong Excel skills.

You will work on replenishment, supplier price comparisons, and costings while contributing to efficient production schedules. You will collaborate with purchasing, operations, and stores to ensure stock availability and timely