Supply Chain Buyer

Vishay Intertechnology Inc.; Newport; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Vishay Intertechnology Inc. in Newport, UK is seeking an experienced Purchasing professional to manage purchase orders, drive cost optimization and support supplier onboarding.

You will collaborate with production, quality and finance to align procurement with business needs and generate KPI reports. Applicants should have a relevant degree and at least 2 years in procurement, with strong communication and software skills (SAP/Oracle).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or similar preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with excellent organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Purchase order management: create, issue and manage purchase orders.
• Cost optimization: negotiate pricing and delivery schedules to achieve cost-effective procurement.
• Discrepant non-inventory management: resolve problem receipts with stakeholders.
• New supplier setup: initiate and complete supplier onboarding processes.
• Cross-functional collaboration: align procurement with production, quality, engineering and finance.
• Reporting: provide department KPIs and ad-hoc reports to internal customers.
• SAP queries: handle purchasing-related inquiries.
• Manage low-level contracts: contracts below £25K per annum.
• Out of hours support: participate in rotation to provide coverage.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Organisational

Attention to detail

Prioritisation

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

CIPS/CPIM desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Newport, UK, United Kingdom | Purchasing

• Purchase order Management: Create, issue and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with department policies and guidelines.
• Cost Optimization: Negotiate pricing and delivery schedules with suppliers to achieve cost-effective, on time procurement solutions without compromising quality. Continuously evaluate cost-saving opportunities and implement best practices for procurement efficiency.
• Discrepant Non-Inventory Management: Collaborate with key stakeholders to resolve problem receipts.
• New Supplier Setup: Company POC instigating new supplier setup process and processing to final completion.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, quality control, engineering, and finance teams to align procurement activities with production needs and overall business objectives.
• Reporting: Provide reports to internal customers as required Generating department KPIs.
• Dealing with SAP queries for Purchasing related topics
• Managing Low Level Contracts (below £25K pa)
• Providing Out of Hours support on a rotational basis

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or similar preferred.
  • Working towards CIPS or CPIM qualification desirable.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Skills & Abilities:
  • Strong communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Knowledge of procurement software within ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  • Microsoft office proficient.
  • Ability to work effectively independently under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and inventory management techniques.