Our Client is currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer/Planner to join their rapidly expanding business.
Key purpose of Job
Purchasing of materials and sourcing within Company. To facilitate material availability to meet production requirements. Ensure material procurement activities provide Company with the optimum cost in terms of delivery, lead time, quality and price.
Key Responsibilities
Day to day management of supply of materials for production
MRP execution and exception management
Provide forecasts for specified commodities and suppliers
Management of indirect purchases
Ensure PO's are transmitted and acknowledged by suppliers in a timely manner
Expediting of priority or overdue orders from vendors
Liasing daily with Account Managers to provide order status and delivery date of product
Routine and non-routine expediting and escalation as appropriate
Systems data integrity to ensure effective and accurate reporting
Ensure safety stock integrity and levels are maintained
You will have previous experience of working within a purchasing/materials function. Strong IT skills including knowledge of Excel are required. Excellent time management, customer service skills are essential. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines is required.