Buyer

The Business

Our client is an industry leading manufacturer who have a rich history spanning 80+ years and who's technical products work closely with well-known FMCG customers. Following recent acquisition by a global manufacturing group the Chorley site is now entering an exciting new chapter including expansion of the site, investment in capital equipment and expanded product range to be manufactured out of Chorley.

The Role

Reporting into the Production Manager and working closely with both production and commercial colleagues, you will be responsible for all Purchasing activities at the Chorley site across both direct and indirect spend to ensure Production demand is met in full. You will manage multiple suppler relationships in a commercial manner evaluating performance and opportunities for improvement, whilst monitoring and managing inventory and reorder levels. The role offers the successful candidate a great opportunity to make significant improvements on current Purchasing processes and performance at the Chorley operation.

What they're looking for

The successful candidate will have demonstrable career experience within Purchasing as a Buyer or equivalent level e.g. Purchasing Officer / Coordinator. Experience within manufacturing is preferred although isn't must have if you have the core experience requirements of managing suppliers, cost / terms negotiation and having worked with MRP / ERP systems as part of your daily Purchasing duties. CIPS qualified, in full or part qualified, is beneficial but isn't must have.

What's on offer

The role is initially a 6 month fixed term contract but offers a high potential of leading into a permanent role which can be discussed further with candidates who are potentially interested. In addition to the salary you will receive 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), 4 and a half day working week and pension.