Job Description

My client are looking for a project Buyer required for a 6 month contract (with possible extension). Roles and Responsibilities will include, but not limited to, sending Request for Quotes, raising Purchase Orders for Direct and Indirect spend, Expediting Orders, chasing Sales Order Acknowledgements, looking after the Kanban system, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain quotations for goods and services as required for production and the other Business units and give support on vendor selection and capability
• Process the requirements on the order action and exceptions report, thoroughly investigating the requirement and potential for future requirements escalating any obsolescence or other obstructions to placing a purchase order
• Ensure timely procurement of materials to meet planned kitting dates and ensure materials are progressed from receipt through to acceptance reporting any risks or potential issues in a proactive manner
• Work with existing and new vendor to ensure that the supply change meets and exceeds the demands of the business and that we can react to new requirements as they arise
• Manage vendor performance to ensure that it meets the target level addressing and reporting any failure by the vendor to achieve the desired criteria
• Build relationships with key vendors and monitor supplier prices and lead times to ensure "best value" is achieved. Work, with others, on ways to improve vendor performance
• Housekeeping of Purchase Orders to ensure they are managed correctly ensuring that the data within is always accurate so that the ERP system reflects and reports reality
• Ensure that non-conforming materials are returned to suppliers, where necessary, and that non-conformance actions are completed, and records updated IAW the Business Management System
• Liaise with Engineering, QA, Production Controllers and other Departments as required/necessary
• Ensure all invoice queries are processed in a timely manner ensuring that both accounts and the supplier are kept informed of and issues that will delay payment and that internal issues are escalated were a resolution cannot be achieved
• Ensure that all forecasted materials are received in the forecast period and that any exceptions are reported in weekly reports
• Providing a flexible service to the business to ensure that business needs are met at all times
• Provide weekly reports in the agreed format and level of detail in the timescales required
• Obtain COSHH data related to procured material to ensure correct handling on receipt of goods

Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Good general standard of education is required including GCSE or equivalent in Math and English
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills are essential with the ability to juggle various tasks
• Previous experience in procurement is essential and understanding/experience of manufacturing planning
• Familiar with RoHS and CoSHH legislation
• Minimum of 3yrs experience of a highly regulated Electronics and Mechanical manufacturing environment such as defence or aerospace manufacturing
• Familiar with HMRC legislation relating to procurement and imports and exports

Desired Skills:

• A business studies Diploma or CIPS qualification is desirable
• Must be methodical and organized and approach all tasks in a systematic manner
• Good attention to detail