Project Buyer

The company is a leading manufacturer of products and solutions for the security/defence industry.

The business is seeking to recruit a Buyer for their operations.

The main responsibility for the role is to manage the procurement of parts, materials, components, and engineered parts to ensure smooth supply to the manufacturing/production function, allowing for continued optimal production of finished parts to customer schedules.

Responsibilities

As a Buyer, the duties are as follows:

• Establish new relationships with suppliers and build on existing supplier relationships.
• Ensure suppliers meet delivery and quality targets whilst driving cost savings and identifying improvements.
• Negotiate favourable terms with new and existing suppliers on pricing, lead times, etc.
• Process all purchase orders and expedite deliveries.
• Ensure all contracts and supplier agreements are adhered to in the procurement chain.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes and workflows.
• Ensure the timely supply of materials to schedules.
• Identify team training needs and carry out first line HR duties.

Key Skills

Key skills for this role are as follows:

• Previous experience within a procurement/buyer position within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with procurement software and tools.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent communication skills and able to do so effectively at all levels.
• Good organisation, able to multi-task, and meet deadlines.

Shift: Days position (8am - 4.35pm Monday to Thursday & 8am - 3.10pm Friday)

Salary: Up to 38k per annum.

Benefits: Half year bonus (discretionary), life cover, and healthcare plan.

The role is based in the Coventry area, so is commutable from Nuneaton, Bedworth, Kenilworth, Solihull, Birmingham, Rugby, and Hinckley.