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Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in manufacturing? Do you enjoy building supplier relationships, negotiating costs, and ensuring materials are delivered on time?
Our client, a leading manufacturer of precision components for the aerospace and power generation industries, is looking for a Buyer to join their growing Purchasing team. With a strong order book, excellent long-term job security and genuine progression opportunities into Technical Buying, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business.
Buyer Permanent
Competitive Salary (DOE)
Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 16:30, Friday 07:30 – 12:30
Alcester
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Job Description
- Manage the procurement of materials and services to support production requirements
- Raise purchase orders and monitor supplier performance
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
- Negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial agreements
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure material availability
- Analyse purchasing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Work closely with Production, Planning and Engineering teams
- Ensure supplier information, pricing and lead times are accurately maintained within the ERP system
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
- Previous buying or purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Commercially aware with excellent attention to detail
- Confident using Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems
- Proactive, organised and able to prioritise workload effectively
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Benefits
- 31 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays), increasing with service
- Annual bonus scheme
- Company pension with 4% employer contribution
- Free onsite parking
- High street and gym membership discount schemes
- Early finish every Friday
If you feel you're a good fit for this position, please click 'Apply', email emily@owendaniels.co.uk or call 01276 300 125.
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