Assistant Buyer - Maternity Leave cover, length of contract 12-14months

PURPOSE OF THE JOB Assistant Buyer :

This is a fixed-term contract position for 12-14 months, covering maternity leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuity of service and support to the purchasing function during this period.

As this is a temporary/contract role, the candidate should demonstrate the ability to quickly integrate into the team and get up to speed with existing processes and systems.

Handover Period of Assistant Buyer

The role will involve a handover period, during which the successful candidate will be trained on current workflows and procedures to ensure a smooth transition.

End-of-Term Handover of Assistant Buyer :

Towards the end of the contract, the candidate will be expected to hand over duties and ensure smooth knowledge transfer to the returning team member or a new hire.

Contract Duration: 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity leave cover).
Flexible Start Date: Ideally, candidates should be able to start as soon as possible to allow for a handover period.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Assistant Buyer :

Use ERP system to review buyer workbench daily
Raising, maintaining and expediting Purchase Orders daily (stock and non-stock) as necessary
Prepare pricing quotes for design, sales, interco and incoming freight
Visit suppliers and maintain relationships
Maintaining part parameters, stocking levels, price lists etc on ERP system
Notify and mitigate cost increases where possible
Creating of part numbers using the ERP System, as necessary
Prepare and review suppliers KPI’s to improve delivery performance and stock valuation / availability.
Reviewing and maintaining departmental training resources

This is not intended as a complete or definitive statement of all duties or responsibilities of the job but as a record of the principal elements.

Assistant Buyer

Previous experience of working within a purchasing administration role.
Good knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
Knowledge of ERP systems required and Epicor an advantage.
Basic understanding of engineering drawings an advantage.
Confident with the ability to communicate with people at all levels with the Company and within its customer/supplier base.
Strong administration skills and attention to detail.
Excellent diplomatic communication skills.
Ability to multi-task in a demanding / changing environment.
- Proactive, professional and committed to providing first class customer service.
- A positive “can-do” attitude, enthusiastic, hardworking, driven and a team player.
  - 25,500 Plus Benefits