Senior Buyer

Owen Daniels; Welburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage the purchasing cycle in the manufacturing sector. Responsibilities include building supplier relationships, negotiating terms, and tracking purchase orders. The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment and be proficient in Excel and Word. This is a full-time position based in Welburn, UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchasing cycle from requisition to delivery.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to improve cost, quality and delivery.
• Benchmark markets and negotiate competitive terms.
• Place and track purchase orders in line with planned demand.
• Resolve supplier issues, invoice queries and provide reports when required.

Skills

Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Ability to understand technical drawings

Experience using MRP systems

Job description

Senior Buyer

Permanent | ASAP Start | Kirkbymoorside | Full-time hours

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchasing cycle from requisition to delivery
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to improve cost, quality and delivery
• Benchmark markets and negotiate competitive terms
• Place and track purchase orders in line with planned demand
• Resolve supplier issues, invoice queries and provide reports when required

Essential Experience & Skills

• Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to understand technical drawings
• Experience using MRP systems (preferred)