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This is a newly created position reporting to the Supply Chain Manager. The buyer role has been created due to significant growth within the organisation.The key responsibilities for the buyer include:
- Compiling and send out requests for quotations (RFQs) for products within the manufacturing portfolio to support timely purchase order placement.
- Raising purchase orders based on project demand, ensuring alignment with supplier quotes and PEL requirements.
- Regularly expediting open orders and explore opportunities to accelerate delivery, meeting manufacturing schedules.
- Managing open orders for critical items from placement through delivery.
- Evaluating quotations to ensure they meet requirements and align with budgets
- Previous purchasing experience in the engineering or manufacturing sector
- Strong communication skills and able to managing and maintain supplier relationships.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- CIPS qualifications are advantageous.
- Proficient in using MS Office applications, and ERP systems
- Able to work to strict deadlines while maintaining quality.
