Assistant Buyer

Salary: £31,200 per year

My client, a growing supplier of healthcare products is seeking an Assistant Buyer. Reporting to the head of purchasing and working in a fast-paced team.

What we are looking for:

• Working within the Purchasing Dept to secure supplies of material to meet the company’s manufacturing schedule.
• Develop purchasing processes to maintain material supplies in line with the manufacturing schedule and test requirements.
• Contact suppliers for quotations, securing material in the market and raise purchase orders using the company’s MRP system.
• Manage the Artwork approval process with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Manage the Design changes through the supply chain, within the MHRA guidelines, but mitigating costs where possible.
• To continually seek to improve existing work practices to support a more efficient business
• Build sustainable relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Follow up outstanding Purchase Orders and expedite where necessary.
• Identify and report on potential supply delays, looking at mitigation to the manufacturing plan.

Skills:

• Experience of working within a manufacturing environment desirable.
• Some purchasing and buying experience are essential
• Effective communication skills with the ability to constructively challenge.
• Confident use of Microsoft Office.
• Experience of MRP system desirable.
• Teamwork and cross functional interpersonal skills

What is on offer:

• 33 days holiday
• Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm
• Free parking
• Career progression
• Pension scheme