Procurement Buyer

Team Jobs - Strategic Accounts; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency is seeking a Procurement Buyer to join a client's Supply Chain Team in Yeovil. The successful candidate will ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, manage purchase orders, and monitor supplier performance. Ideal candidates will have strong procurement experience, proficiency in SAP, and advanced Excel skills. Full training provided, and mandatory clearances required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement in a production environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials in line with production requirements.
• Raise and manage Purchase Orders.
• Resolve issues related to invoices and customs.
• Monitor and review supplier performance.

Skills

Purchasing experience

SAP proficiency

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Advanced Excel skills

Analytic skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Procurement Buyer to join our client's dynamic Supply Chain Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of materials that support production requirements.

Hours: 8am until 5pm

Pay: 17.00 - 21.30 per hour depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Respond to MRP messages to procure materials in line with production requirements while minimising surplus and obsolete inventory.
• Raise, manage, and close Purchase Orders according to operational needs.
• Provide accurate monthly supplier forecasts and maintain procurement parameters.
• Resolve issues related to hold racks, invoice discrepancies, and customs.
• Manage the end-to-end process of part/product procurement, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Monitor and review supplier performance, taking proactive steps to improve delivery schedules.
• Drive supplier relationship development and process improvements.
• Work cross-functionally to optimise procurement and supply chain processes.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in purchasing or procurement, ideally within a production environment.
• Proficiency in SAP (or similar ERP systems).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and re-prioritise effectively.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytic and numerical skills.
• Knowledge and application of Health & Safety standards.
• Customer-focused with a track record of achieving targets.

Attributes

• Quick learner, proactive, and results-driven.
• Team-oriented with flexibility and initiative.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to company processes.
• PC literate and adaptable to new systems and tools.

Additional Information

• Full training provided where required (e.g., manual handling, 5S, HOS principles).
• This position is subject to Export Control Licenses and Technical Assistance Agreements.
• Mandatory requirements: BPSS clearance, Right to Work, UK DBS check, and Drug Screening.

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