Purchasing Lead - Waterlooville, United Kingdom - Insignis Talent
Description
Purchasing Lead
Waterlooville
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Purchasing Lead/Buyer to join our manufacturing client.
As the Purchasing Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing our purchasing function and ensuring efficient sourcing and procurement of project-related materials.
This is a key role that requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and purchase projectrelated materials, ensuring high quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintain accurate records in the ERP system pertaining to purchasing activities.
- Provide material quotes and raise purchase orders from sales orders.
- Chase progress of purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Source alternative products to meet customer needs.
- Resolve quality issues of materials in collaboration with suppliers and the QSE department.
- Manage new material suppliers and ensure their compliance with the approved suppliers list.
- Create new stock code numbers for highusage materials.
- Oversee and maintain current cost pricing in the ERP database.
- Record supplier visits and update vendor quality records.
Competencies:
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and attendance.
- Exhibits professionalism in appearance and communication.
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Displays a strong work ethic, job knowledge, and attention to detail.
- Works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Shows flexibility and adaptability to change.
- Demonstrates quality awareness and continuously seeks to improve performance.
- Takes initiative and completes tasks in a timely manner.
- Collaborates effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Experience in sourcing and purchasing (in engineering/manufacturing).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong organisational and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to effectively manage and develop a team.
- Resultsoriented with a focus on achieving business objectives.
- Commutable from Waterlooville, Havant, Emsworth, Clanfield, Denmead, Portsmouth, Hayling Island, Fareham, Gosport etc._
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
In person
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