Buyer - #1672364

Position Overview:

A dynamic and proactive individual is required to provide seamless and professional purchasing for our internal customers. A strong work ethic, attention to detail and a passion to drive change is critical for this fast paced role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of the component sourcing to achieve high availability of parts against the MRP plan. 


• Ensure parts are on-site & on-time to meet MRP demand and build schedules. Proactively progress chase the supplier network for adherence to on-time delivery against agreed delivery dates.


• Participate in project and spares meetings to provide updates and explore impact on shortages.


• Maintain BOM tracker for machine builds, keeping this up to date and available for project leaders.


• To support day to day requirements, raising sales orders for quick supply, where identified as part of project, service and intensive care meetings.


• Maintain professional relationships and rapport to achieve fast responses and service from our supplier base.


• Proactively spot and seize opportunities for cost reduction against agreed targets.


• Ensuring our ISO standard is followed with regards to: obtaining quotations, raising, issuing, amending, filing and chasing purchase orders.


• Assist the accounts team with regular invoice reviews, Barclay card purchasing and supplier introduction.


• Support project and sales teams by providing timely and accurate updates as required.


• Consolidate and seek out new suppliers where possible.


• Liaise with suppliers to address quality and manufacturing issues as they arise.


• Be investigative and questioning in nature, providing good problem solving skills


• Support wider team functions, stock control, goods inwards

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in purchasing or procurement


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced setting.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Strong attention to detail


• Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., MRP, Sage) and Excel.

For more details or to express your interest in this role, please get in touch with Hayley Teague at **@vapormatt.com.