Buyer

Posted 22 May 2023
Salary £30000 - £34000 per annum + perks
LocationDungannon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering & Manufacturing
ReferenceCQ92763_1684768735
Contact NameChris Quinn

Job description

Vickerstock are working in partnership with an industry leading, design and manufacturing firm based in Dungannon on the appointment of a Buyer.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager you will be responsible for purchasing materials in order to meet production deadlines.

What's in it for you:

  • Starting salary up to £34,000
  • Health Cash Plan
  • Life Assurance
  • Social Events
  • Cycle to Work/Tech Scheme
  • On-site Parking
  • Half day Friday

In your new role:

  • Develop relationships with key suppliers negotiating prices, lead times and managing material shortages
  • Build relationships both internally and externally to improve cost, quality and supply
  • Analyse supplier performance ensuring all KPI targets are met
  • Working closely with the procurement team to purchase components to meet demand
  • Working to the build programme schedule to ensure that strict and tight deadlines are adhered to
  • Generating progress reports and attend regular meetings to discuss

What you will need to succeed:

  • At least 1 year working within a purchasing department within a manufacturing background
  • Sound IT skills (particularly excel)
  • A good understanding of procurement regulations

For a a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can support you with your next move, get in touch with Chris our Supply Chain specialist today.