Mane Contract Services
Buyer
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Overview Buyer required for an Engineering & Manufacturing company based in Staffordshire. The role will provide day-to-day support to the operational supply chain through the effective use of MRP/ERP systems, ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Purchase materials, components, and services in line with production and operational requirements.
- Raise and manage Purchase Orders, ensuring requirements are met in terms of Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD).
- Monitor and manage supplier performance, addressing issues, and supporting continuous improvement.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with existing suppliers.
- Support the Senior Buyer in the identification, assessment, and selection of new suppliers.
- Review MRP/ERP systems daily to identify material requirements, shortages, and potential supply issues.
- Monitor supplier lead times and delivery schedules, taking proactive action to minimize disruption to production.
- Prepare supply chain documentation, purchasing reports, and supplier quotations as required.
- Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve purchasing, delivery, and material-related issues.
- Support the wider operational supply chain to ensure materials are available when required.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records within the relevant systems.
- Contribute to ongoing improvements in purchasing processes, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency.
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Professional Skills & Abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with people at all levels both internally and externally.
- Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word; knowledge of Microsoft Access would be advantageous.
- Practical experience using ERP/MRP systems, including BOMs, production scheduling, forecasts, and capacity planning.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify potential supply issues and take appropriate action.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced engineering/manufacturing environment.
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of purchasing, supplier management, and cost control.
- A proactive approach, with the ability to build positive and effective supplier relationships.
- Good understanding of the importance of Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) within an engineering supply chain.
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