Buyer

Overview

International SME manufacturing business require experienced Buyer to ensure all necessary components are procured to facilitate the on-site production process. to be based at superb offices in Slough, Berkshire.

About the role

Working within a dynamic and proactive team the Buyer is a critical role to ensure production runs smoothly by managing the timely procurement of essential components and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Key duties include:

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• Sourcing and purchasing key components and materials to ensure a timely, cost-effective, and high quality production process
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• Ensuring adherence to the company budget whilst meeting company production schedules
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• Supplier Management through building and maintaining strong working relations
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• Identify and evaluate new suppliers
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• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms
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• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards
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• Manage inventory levels by strategic ordering to maintain adequate stock and prevent shortages or overstocking
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• Analyse market & pricing trends and and identify opportunities to reduce costs or improve supply chain efficiency
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• Work closely with production, quality control, finance, and logistics departments to align procurement activities with operational needs
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• Maintain accurate purchasing records, update ERP systems, and ensure adherence to procurement policies and statutory requirements
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About you

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• You will have a proven track record as a Buyer, with a minimum of 2 years experience and ideally have gained experience within a challenging, manufacturing environment
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• Applicants will be Graduate calibre with strong systems skills including proficiency in ERP and MS Excel
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• The jobholder will have strong analytical ability, excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate whilst maintaining strong business relations
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What's on offer

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• Excellent overall package
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• Flexible hybrid working
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• Free parking
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• Contributory pension
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• Annual bonus
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