Operational Buyer

Lonza Group Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Job description

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

Proactively handle the performance of raw material suppliers, to ensure the Material Requirement Plan can be realized. Ensure relevant Procurement Master Data is available and maintained in SAP so the Material Requirements Plan (MRP) can be calculated reliably and the PO creation process can be as effective as possible. Support the category manager and strategic buyers to implement their supply strategies. Collaborate closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice queries.

What you’ll get:

An agile career and multifaceted working culture

An inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs that recognize high performance

A variety of benefits dependent on role and location

What you’ll do:

1. Monitor & track supplier performance and feedback to Strategic Buyers and/or category managers
2. Support the implementation of supplier changes and other initiatives led by Central Category managers and Site Strategic Buyers
3. Collaborate with the broader Procurement team to ensure all relevant material & vendor master data and outline agreements are available in SAP and are up to date.
4. Handle all Level 2 vendor issues, including but not limited to: Expediting delivery confirmation dates that don’t meet our MRP and production needs. MRP driven delivery date “Push Out” or “Pull In” Late or missing PO confirmations.
5. Delivery and Shipping related issues and inquiries
6. Handle Vendor performance, driving improvements on time delivery, quality conformance, and other compliance issues. Handle and resolve Vendor Returns (RMA, Cost Recovery, Replacements)

What we’re looking for:

1. Customer service mentality and ability to handle several priorities simultaneously
2. Positive attitude with a willingness to learn new skills
3. Solid understanding of general business practices
4. Experience and knowledge of both Operational Procurement and Purchasing of Direct (Raw Materials) (e.g. Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order Process)
5. Conducting competitive bid processes
6. Experience of handling suppliers and carrying out low value negotiations
7. Able to persuade and influence suppliers to achieve the best outcome for Lonza
8. Hands on experience of using SAP ERP in a purchasing/procurement role

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.