Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer - Manufacturing Supply Chain

A fantastic opportunity is now available for a Senior Buyer to join a leading R&D organisation, specialising in the development of optical elements, used in aerospace and defence applications.

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Main duties include:

• Purchasing of direct materials in line with operational requirements.
• Actioning the requirements of MRP.
• Re-phasing deliveries and expediting where necessary.
• Maintaining part and procurement parameters in MRP/ERP, i.e. supplier lead times, strategic safety stocks, yields.
• Ensure all purchase orders and amendments are always up to date in the supply chain system.
• Running tender processes for new requirements, negotiating pricing and terms to ensure the best position for the organisation.
• Develop and maintain proactive supplier relationships
• Inventory management.
• Supplier Quality

Skills & Experience:

• CIPS or working experience to match in a procurement role, from any similar industries or FMCG, ideally 3 years +
• Knowledge and experience of running MRP systems
• Experience in implementing Pull Control or Vendor Managed Inventory processes with suppliers
• Fantastic relationship building skills and the ability to work in a complex and fast faced environment
• The industry is complex with minimal lead times in some areas, so a proactive problem-solving nature is essential.

As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension pays 6%
• Company bonus scheme
• Health Plan
• Friend referral scheme/bonus
• Relocation Assistance Available

Interested, please apply immediately or contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on (phone number removed)

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