Buyer - Bedford, United Kingdom - Proactive Technical Recruitment

Proactive Technical Recruitment

Verified Company

Bedford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Buyer

Kempston

£28, ,000

Proactive currently have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to begin work for a world-recognised designer and manufacturer of specialist power equipment for the aviation, automotive and emergency lighting sectors based in Kempston.

Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is hoping to recruit at least one additional Buyer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the factory's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.

You will be responsible for:

Issue purchase orders according to MRP demand and incoming requisition forms
Understand production demands to be able to analyse MRP demand and adjust orders according to real needs.
Review unacknowledged / late order reports for your vendors
Update item data settings to improve MRP demand
Review shortage report and complete necessary actions to avoid production shortages, including communication with vendors, production, and the warehouse
Manage scheduling of open orders based on production planning modifications
Manage vendor warranty claims
Qualify new vendor capacities based on set qualifications and eliminate underperforming suppliers
Prepare and issue RFQ requests, and compare MOQ, payment terms, freight conditions, etc.
Challenge vendors quotes and drive cost down ; report cost reductions
Manage PPVs on a regular basis
Maintain clear and efficient communication with internal and external personnel
Coordinate meetings and prepare needed materials
Establish standards and procedures for continuous improvement.
Other duties as designated by department manager.

Qualifications & Skills

2 years of related purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven negotiation skills
Strong written, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills
Experience with an ERP system (Infor/Baan preferred)
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Reasons why you should apply:

Our client offers excellent development prospects, along with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts. (Please ask for a full list)

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250.

*T&Cs apply*Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Technical Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Technical Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.