Rowlands Gill
MTrec’s new career opportunity Our leading industry-based client are looking to appoint a Buyer to join their small procurement department, initially on a 6 month temporary basis with a view to possibly going permanent. Salary is competitive and working hours are 37.5 hours per week with an 8am or 8.30am start depending on preference. They offer early finishes on a Friday of 2pm. This is an on site based role and can be based at either their Rowlands Gill or Hexham site. The Role • Manage the end-to-end procurement process from requisition through to purchase order placement and supplier delivery., • Coordinate purchasing activities across multiple sites to ensure continuity of supply and optimal inventory levels., • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers to support quality, cost and service objectives., • Obtain quotations, evaluate supplier proposals and make purchasing recommendations based on commercial and operational requirements., • Monitor supplier performance, including delivery, quality and service metrics, and escalate issues where necessary., • Support supplier negotiations relating to pricing, lead times, payment terms and service agreements., • Identify and implement cost-saving and value-improvement opportunities across procurement categories., • Analyse purchasing trends, supplier spend and procurement data to support business decision-making., • Work closely with Operations, Finance, Sales and Warehouse teams to forecast demand and manage inventory requirements., • Support the onboarding, approval and ongoing review of suppliers in line with company policies and procedures., • Investigate and resolve supplier, delivery, invoice and stock-related issues in a timely manner., • Ensure procurement records, contracts and supplier documentation are maintained accurately and compliantly., • Assist with procurement projects, process improvements and system enhancements., • Produce procurement reports, KPI data and management information as required., • Support supply chain risk management activities and identify opportunities to improve supplier resilience., • Provide support to the wider procurement and supply chain team as required. The Person/Requirements • Minimum 3–5 years' experience within a procurement, purchasing, buying or supply chain role., • Experience of supplier relationship management and procurement coordination., • Experience analysing purchasing data and producing procurement reports., • Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain principles., • Experience using ERP, MRP or procurement management systems., • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse and interpret data., • Experience supporting supplier negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives is desirable., • CIPS qualification or working towards CIPS would be advantageous. The Rewards and the Benefits • Competitive salary., • Potential role may lead to a permanent position., • Many other excellent benefits