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Materials Buyer. - 1254

React Recruitment Ltd

Rochester

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

10 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Materials Buyer to join their dynamic team. This role is perfect for individuals with a background in procurement within the M&E sector, looking to leverage their skills in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strong supplier relationships, ensuring timely material supply, and utilizing their analytical skills to manage purchasing effectively. With a focus on collaboration and attention to detail, this position offers a chance to contribute significantly to the company's success while enjoying a range of benefits, including generous leave and a contributory pension scheme.

21 days leave + BH

Contributory pension scheme

Free parking

Experience in procurement and purchasing principles is essential.
Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, are required.

Develop long-term supply relationships with key vendors.
Process purchase orders and manage supply chain issues.

Purchasing experience

Market research

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office

Our Client, an M&E services installer, is seeking a Materials Buyer. The role will suit candidates with experience in purchasing within manufacturing/engineering.

The ideal Materials Buyer will have M&E industry experience/knowledge - Mechanical and Electrical e.g. installation, service, sales, trade counter, plumbing, heating etc.

Hours: 7.30am to 4.30pm or 8am to 5pm

Lunch Break: 1 hour

Benefits: 21 days leave + BH, contributory pension scheme, free parking

Note: No hybrid working available.

Requirements

Ideally previous experience in procurement.
Understanding of market research, data analysis, and purchasing principles.
Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously, using own initiative.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
Ability to build effective collaborative working relationships.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work quickly and accurately.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Materials Buyer Main Responsibilities

Develop long-term supply relationships with key vendors employing Supply Chain Management techniques to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of all materials.
Process purchase order acknowledgements and advise relevant personnel when problems arise.
Run various reports to define weekly exceptions, i.e., late order and open order reports.

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