Senior Manufacturing Buyer

Senior Buyer required for an established organisation, paying an annual salary of £45,000. Working hours are Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm.

If a candidate is available immediately, the role may start on a temp too perm basis.

Candidates applying must have previous experience in the manufacturing industry.

Duties:

Procurement planning:

• Forecast levels of demands, price trends
• Conduct research to source the best products and suppliers for best value delivery and quality
• Purchasing materials
• Inventory management

Procurement management:

• Assist in managing procurement operations
• Negotiate and agree contracts, monitor quality
• Maintain suppler relationships
• Attend overseas supplier meetings and trade conferences

Benefits:

• £45,000 per annuam
• Onsite parking
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Refreshments (food and drinks)
• Pension
• Other extensive benefits

Experience required:

• Previous buying experience
• Senior buying experience is desirable
• CIPSqualified or working toward
• Ability to organise a busy and varied workload, remain calm under pressure, and proactive in approach to tasks
• PC literate with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook skills

Please bear in mind that you may not hear from us straight away. Due to the high level of applications, we receive every day, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. If you would like to be considered for similar and future positions, or for a complete listing of all our current vacancies, please visit our website.