A successful manufacturing and distribution services business require a Buyer. Applicants need previous purchasing and stock / inventory control expertise, commercial acumen and a command of intermediate MS Excel functions.

This position is available on a 12 month FTC basis.

The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The focus of the role is the purchasing of stock and services in-line with customer forecast, whilst seeking to optimise inventory and stock levels.

Tasks of the Buyer will include:

• Management of the Purchase order process
• Stock management within company MRP and MS Excel
• Supplier relationship and performance management
• Set MOQ and buffer/safety stock levels
• Investigation of alternative suppliers with current vendors cannot deliver
• Stakeholder engagement - sales, production, engineering etc.

Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Procurement or Purchasing experience, as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Junior Buyer, Purchasing Assistant etc.
• Appreciation of inventory management, stock management and forecasting
• MRP and MS Excel expertise (intermediate functions)
• Organised, self-motivated and pro-active
• Happy to work on a 12 month FTC basis