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Build and develop strong long-lasting collaborative relationships with the suppliers
Implement proactive approach and effective communication with the key internal stakeholders
Organise and schedule parts and materials from a global supply chain to ensure all customer demand is satisfied in accordance with the required business delivery plan
Communicate planning schedules through effective and efficient order book management with assigned suppliers in line with agreed procedures
Expedite purchased parts as and when required to support production requirements
Liaise with Quality department to ensure supplier rejections are promptly dealt with
Manage goods sent out for rework through agreed company process
Maintain daily and weekly key performance indictors against assigned suppliers and MRP system
Monitor performance of the suppliers and escalate promptly and accordingly any non- conformances to the material planning team lead
Liaise with Category managers to ensure suppliers cancellations are actioned and closed accordingly and performance communicated
Hold regular review meetings with suppliers within own area of responsibility to ensure alignment
Carry out any other tasks necessary for the smooth running of the operational purchasing department
Support the team by stepping in when required to address ad hoc or higher demand in other categories/arrears
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company procedures
Requirements
Previous experience in a Buyer role
Previous experience liaising with suppliers
Knowledge of MRP systems
Excellent IT Skills
Educated to GCSE Level, Grades A*-C, or equivalent (including Maths & English)
Problem solving and decision making
Teamwork & Collaboration
Resilience
Accountability & responsibility
Customer focused (internal and external)
Nice to have
3+ years’ experience of Buyer role in an Engineering or Aerospace company
HND/ILM
Third level qualification in a supply chain related discipline
What we offer
Competitive salary
Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)