Senior Buyer

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ROLE: Senior Buyer / Senior Planner

We’re looking for a proactive Senior Buyer / Senior Planner to take ownership of procurement, supplier management, and production planning. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in purchasing and materials control, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee procurement activities, ensuring timely placement and management of purchase orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Maintain and update MRP/ERP systems, ensuring data accuracy and responding promptly to exception messages.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent excess stock and ensure material availability for production.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records for purchasing activities.
• Track and improve supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
• Develop and manage daily production plans and customer service reports to support operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to align material availability with manufacturing capacity, preventing delays.
• Actively participate in key operational meetings, providing insights and updates on supply chain performance.
• Coordinate engineering changes with suppliers and manufacturing teams, ensuring seamless implementation.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in supply chain planning and purchasing.
• At least 5 years' experience in planning and materials control, with a strong focus on customer service.
• Hands-on experience managing ERP/MRP systems (preferably IFS).
• Background in purchasing and planning, ideally within an industrial assembly environment, sourcing cast and fabricated metal parts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to process improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel at an intermediate level.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a commitment to driving efficiencies.

Education & Certifications:

• Degree or HNC in an Engineering-related discipline, or 5+ years of experience in an engineering/manufacturing purchasing/planning role.
• Ideally working towards full membership with the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain

Industries

Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing