Buyer / Materials Administrator

Our client are based in Hoddesdon and manufacture precise messuring equipment. They are looking for a Buyer / Materials Administrator.
The successful applicant will be responsible for:

* Raising enquiries for components required by the Production Controller providing suppliers with exact information and drawings where necessary.
* Check quotes and lead times
* Raise purchase orders
* Liaise with Accounts where proforma invoices are needed
* Identify and chase overdue orders
* Review scheduled order dates
* Update system with delivery dates, prices and accurate stock descriptions. Items must be RoHS compliant and marked on system accordingly
* Raise reject notes and arrange return of faulty goods
* Arrange for credit notes to be issued
* Regularly visit goods in and check deliveries
* Book in items, report shortages to suppliers
* File completed purchase orders
* Raise new supplier account details
* Liaise with production / suppliers if problems are encountered with purchased materials
* Monitor stationery and photocopier paper
* Assist with sales and stock takes
* Assist accounts with enquiries and queries
* Deal with companies looking to supply new products and meet with sales representatives
* Assist with switchboard when needed

The position is permanent with a start date as soon as possible