Buyer

Newton Aycliffe

£30,000 per annum

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are pleased to be exclusively partnered with a manufacturing organisation in Newton Aycliffe on the appointment of a Buyer to join their team on a full-time and permanent basis.

Working as part of a Supply Chain department of 4 people, the role will support all aspects of direct and indirect purchasing across the various functions within the business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday 08:00-16:30 with an early Friday finish.

Benefits include: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, matched pension contribution up to 7.5% after probationary period, performance bonus, length of service awards, health cash plan and employee assistance programme.

This is an on site based role 5 days a week.

The Role:

* Direct procurement of components for production

* Indirect procurement of goods and services as required by the business

* Managing RFQ process and negotiating best price, quantities and lead times

* Vendor selection

* Ensure data accuracy in ERP system

* Supplier relationship management

* Ensure vendor records and certification are up to date

* Expedite goods and services providing stakeholder feedback

* Management of freight activities associated with export and import of goods

* Investigate and resolve invoice queries in a timely manner

* Application of Purchase Price Variance (PPV) reporting for indirect purchases

* Prepare reports by collecting, analysing and summarising information and trends

The Person/Specification:

* Demonstrable experience within a procurement role.

* Working knowledge and experience of ERP systems would be desirable but not essential

* Demonstrable experience in a high volume purchasing role.

* Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships.

* Excellent analytical skills.

* Strong team player with the ability to influence and inspire others.

* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IT applications.

* Excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret, analyse and report on data.

* Pro-active problem-solving skills.

* Good organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and manage a number of tasks concurrently.

* Ability to work under pressure and achieve targets.

* Flexible approach to work.

This is an urgent requirement with an immediate start available.

For more information, please contact Gemma Yeadon | Sector Lead - Procurement at Jackson Hogg