Materials Buyer

Nicholas Associates Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement services company seeks an experienced Materials Buyer in the East Midlands. The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing background, CIPS qualification, and skills in negotiating supplier agreements. This role involves planning and procuring materials to ensure timely delivery at competitive prices, while maintaining quality standards. The company is committed to diversity and flexible working options, fostering an inclusive environment for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a buyer in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure materials required for assembly in line with project requirements.
• Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price.
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate terms.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Understanding of engineering drawings

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Microsoft Office applications

EFACS business system

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Materials Buyer to join our client's busy procurement team. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering or manufacturing background, be CIPS qualified and possess the technical ability to interpret engineering drawings. You will play a key role in ensuring timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and components while maintaining the highest standards of quality and supplier performance.

• Plan and procure materials required for assembly in line with project requirements, while reducing inventory levels and continually reducing costs.
• Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time for production.
• Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate, including discount structures and volume rebates.
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
• Identify, exploit and monitor opportunities for reduced costs and wastage throughout the purchasing function whilst maintaining and improving product quality and on time delivery.
• Continually monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, cost or delivery.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing department.
• Ensure all relevant ISO9001 procedures are adhered to
• Ensure quality and performance of ordered materials are in line with required standards
• At all times comply with company policies procedures and instructions
• Ad-hoc duties in line with business requirements

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience as a buyer in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in ERP / MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• CIPS qualification or equivalent
• Previous experience using EFACS business system.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Contact

For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 07856 919293.