Buyer - Alcester, United Kingdom - EMBS Engineering

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Buyer

Stratford Upon Avon

Permanent

£30-40k
EMBS Engineering are currently seeking a Buyer to join our client's procurement team on a permanent basis.

You will be the primary support and liaison for the Production and Manufacturing departments. As a Buyer, you will play a vital role in the procurement process. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing high-quality materials, equipment, and services required for business operations.
As a Buyer, you will ensure that suppliers are on schedule to deliver materials and expedite orders when required. Within this role, you will purchase materials, parts, sundries and various other items.


Essential skills

  • Proven experience as a Buyer or in a similar procurement role
  • Experience of purchasing raw materials such as sheet metal, bars, billets, rods, ingots or other metal in its raw form
  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable terms and pricing
  • Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities
  • Proficient in using procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite

Requirements within the role

  • Identify, evaluate, and select reliable suppliers based on quality, pricing, and delivery capabilities
  • Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, ensuring costeffective purchases
  • Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures
  • Monitor supplier performance, resolve any issues or disputes, and implement corrective actions if necessary
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, market conditions, and new product developments
  • Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and alternative sources for materials and services
  • Work closely with the inventory management team to optimize inventory levels and minimize stockouts
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, delivery, and pricing metrics

Key qualities, skills and attributes

  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, fostering relationships with stakeholders
  • Ability to thrive in a crossfunctional team environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills, leveraging data to drive decisionmaking
  • Methodical
  • Adaptable
  • Attention to detail

What's in it for you?

About Us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with prestigious, advanced precision engineering companies in the Aerospace, Automotive/Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental, and FMCG industries.

We provide expert support and advice throughout the hiring process to ensure you secure a career-defining role.


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Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

- purchasing/buying: 2 years (required)

- manufacturing/engineering: 2 years (required)


Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person

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