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    Senior Buyer - Bridgend, United Kingdom - JK Recruitment Ltd

    JK Recruitment Ltd
    JK Recruitment Ltd Bridgend, United Kingdom

    1 month ago

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    Description

    Senior Buyer who has planning experience

    The Role:

    • As a Senior Buyer you will coordinate and oversee the purchasing of goods, raw materials and equipment, overseas as well as domestic, to ensure that the company's operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality and delivery to ensure continuity of supply.
    • You will ensure you get the best value for money, work with the Head of Logistics & Supply Chain to ensure that the company is holding the right amount of stock, ensuring correct suppliers are in place to deliver the goods and services needed.
    • You will drive cost savings and continuous improvement whilst maintaining technically compliant supply, as well as sourcing sustainable packaging options (such as bamboo).
    • You will need to consider the legal aspects of buying and understand the needs and processes of the business.
    • You will maintain relationships with existing suppliers and source new suppliers for future products or gaps in the market as well as part of any ongoing tendering/contract renewal processes.
    • You will process requisitions and update management on the status of orders, liaising with other departments within the organisation to ensure projects are completed.
    • You will cover Production Planning as and when needed by developing the production plans and schedules and use the MPS/MRP systems.


    The Person:

    • Previous experience in dealing with the Far East
    • Management of team
    • Experience in a similar role, including import/export and post Brexit requirements
    • Excellent communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills
    • Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve set targets
    • Previous experience of working in a purchasing team preferably within a fast paced manufacturing environment
    • Experience of working closely with suppliers
    • An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
    • Financial and accounting knowledge for calculating margins, gross profit and discounts
    • Keen attention to detail and accuracy
    • An understanding of Supply Chain Management & Logistics
    • Excellent computer skills and knowledge of spreadsheets, presentation software and other stock management software and systems
    • Excellent attention to detail and high standards for quality control
    • Planning experience with MPS/MRP

    Desirable:

    • CIPS
    • Degree or equivalent in Business, Accounting or Marketing


    JK Recruitment

    Please be aware that we receive a high volume of interest for each of our roles and we cannot guarantee we will be in touch if you are not shortlisted for the position. At JK Recruitment we aim to provide the best possible opportunity to take your career forward, we will be in touch within the next seven days if your application is successful. Please continue to visit to keep up to date with further vacancies.

    We regret that this client is not prepared to sponsor work permit or work permit transfer applications. Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK.


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