Buyer

DescriptionWe have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join a progressive company based in Loughborough, Leicestershire on a full time and permanent basis
This role offers 22 days holiday plus the Christmas break and bank holidays, Hybrid working and a Company Pension and Life Cover.
The role offers a salary of circa £30,000 per annum depending on experience
About the role:
The Buyer role is Hybrid with flexible working typically, you would be expected to be in the office 3 days a week.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
* As the Buyer, you will support with the implementation of the procurement strategy
* Develop and improve the procurement processes including inventory, goods in/out and ERP processes
* Identify new suppliers and negotiate best pricing
* Support Sales team and process RFI/RFQ through to supplier sign off
* Analyse spend data, identify costs, saving opportunities and report to senior leadership team
* Support inventory, stock and logistics activities
* Liaise with Production to help resolve supplier quality issues
* Support Continuous Improvement with new and existing supplier selection and development, including Supplier Assessment & Suppliers Audits
* Help investigate stock discrepancies, initiating appropriate corrective action, and highlighting procedural failures leading to stock errors
* Support other commercial operations
About you:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a purchasing role
* Experience within a manufacturing environment
* Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to build client relationships
* Analytical mind with excellent attention to detail
* Experience developing ERP processes
* Problem-solving skills and can prioritise workload effectively
* MCIPS qualification or studying towards
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Company Benefits
* 22 Days Holiday plus stats
* Christmas closure
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance Cover
* Hybrid working
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£35,000
Loughborough, Leicestershire
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