Buyer

Buyer

Huddersfield

£32,000

Elevation Recruitment Group is seeking a talented Buyer to join our client, a rapidly growing company within a specialised industry that provides advanced containment solutions. The Buyer will support the Senior Buyer, ensuring all procurement activities align with business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of raw materials and components for capital projects.
• Manage purchase requisitions for capital equipment and aftermarket, adhering to company financial procedures and ensuring output accuracy.
• Expedite outstanding purchase orders according to schedules, notifying the Senior Buyer and Project Manager of any potential delays.
• Confirm receipt and acknowledgment of purchase orders by suppliers, maintaining accurate delivery dates in the ERP system.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure cost savings through agreements, schedules, rebates, and discounts.
• Develop proactive relationships with suppliers to meet deadlines.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain necessary certifications for all departments.
• Follow the NCR process for non-conforming components to secure replacements or credits and work with suppliers on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Evaluate and provide feedback on supplier performance against delivery and quality KPIs.
• Manage the stock control system to ensure value-added stock holding and correct stock levels.
• Assist the Senior Buyer in managing consignment stock contracts.
• Collaborate with Stores, Fabrication, and Assembly Teams to ensure product flow.
• Assist with stock take activities.

Benefits:

• Salary range: £30,000 to £32,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Standard working hours: 38.75 per week, Monday to Friday.
• Company Bonus Scheme (based on company and individual performance).
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Recognition Awards.
• 24-hour Doctor Access.
• Cash Plan for Dental and Optical care.
• Employee Assistance Program with access to Counselling and Legal Services.
• Birthday & Work Anniversary recognition.
• Monthly Onsite Cultural Events.
• 23 days Annual Leave, plus birthday off & additional service days.
• Annual Awards.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Purchasing role within an Engineering or Manufacturing environment.
• Experience handling NCRs (non-conforming products).
• Strong understanding of stock control importance.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong character and confidence in dealing with stakeholders both internally and externally, in person, over the phone, and via email.
• Desire to drive and embrace change.