Buyer

Bridgend CF31

Commutable from Bridgend, Cardiff, Porthcawl, Pencoed, Pontyclun, Port Talbot, Maesteg, Caerphilly, Pyle, Margam, Briton Ferry

Benefits:-           

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Company Pension
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Early finish on Fridays

This is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join well established business who have recently won new contracts and are looking to expand their product into new markets. This role would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional or a buyer who has experience of working in a fast paced environment, working with MRP systems and working on contracts with suppliers. This is a business who are part of a larger group, so can offer excellent long term professional and career development opportunities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreement
• Monitor and improve supplier performance against agreed targets
• Manage direct and indirect procurement to ensure continuity of supply
• Collaborate with planning to align material forecasts with demand
• Optimise inventory levels while minimising risk of stockouts
• Report on key KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance and stock levels
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives year on year

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Buyer in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Dynamics 365, NAV, SAP or similar)
• Highly analytical, numerical and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

27027/900

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy – on 02920 894900 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.uk