Contract Buyer

CONTRACT BUYER Contract, Immediate start available Innovative manufacturer is looking for a talented contract Buyer to support some of their key projects. It will be a varied Purchasing role with responsibility for direct purchasing within manufacture supporting the team to procure day to day items across a mechanical / electromechanical commodity range for production, from mechanical components / assemblies including machined and fabricated items through to cables. Key accountabilities for contract Buyer will include: Supporting the Lead Buyer to purchasing shop floor items Placing purchase orders for a defined range of suppliers, using the SAP / MRP / ERP system Ensure lowest overall cost of acquisition. Ensure suppliers deliver product to agreed delivery dates. Expedite urgent requests as necessary. Monitor supplier performance To succeed in this interesting Buyer's role, you will need: Previouspurchasing / procurement experience in a production / manufacturing environment with broad based direct purchasing experience, ideally covering mechanical or electro-mechanical or electrical commodities. A working knowledge of SAP / MRP / ERP systems and negotiation skills required (SAP ideal) Intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills pivot tables, formulas etc Driving licence Please contact Alison Kemp for further details or apply via the link Likely to suit individuals with a background as (but not limited to) Buyer, Purchasing coordinator, Supply Chain coordinator, Engineering Buyer, Purchasing Assistant or similar ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Wolverhampton, GB

Posted Date: 2/6/2025