Buyer

Market-leading manufacturing business requires a Buyer. Applicants should have experience in procurement or purchasing as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Purchasing Assistant or Procurement Administrator, and ideally have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role.

The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expediting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field.

Specific duties of the Buyer include:

Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirements
Raise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner
Expedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIF
Liaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needs
Maintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier details
Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance matters, NCRs
Support the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting

Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:

Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply Chain
Comfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environment
Proactive, positive and detail orientated
MRP or ERP literacy would be advantageous
Strong relationship building skills, with both internal and external parties
Comfortable with hybrid working pattern