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.

The Buyer will be responsible for all direct material procurement activities for the business. 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
• Commercial negotiations with suppliers
• 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
• Appreciation of inventory management, stock management and forecasting
• Negotiation experience, and/or the ability to spot commercial opportunities
• MRP and MS Excel expertise (intermediate functions)
• Organised, self-motivated and pro-active