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Buyer | Antrim
- Posted 14 November 2022
- Salary £30000 - £35000 per annum + + Bonus
- LocationAntrim
- Discipline Engineering & Manufacturing
- ReferenceCQ25836_1668431797
- Contact NameChris Quinn
Job description
Vickerstock are working in Partnership with a global, electrical manufacturer on the appointment of a Buyer for their site based in Antrim. This opportunity will give you the chance to join a people focused employer and become part of their journey in aspiring to be a world leader in their field.
What's in it for you?
- Starting salary £30-£35k
- Personal development & career progression
- Life insurance
- Simply health plan
- Gym discounts
- Overtime paid at time and a third or toil
- Flexitime
- 35 days holiday
- Enhanced employer pension contribution
- Monday-Thursday (8.30am-5pm) Friday (8.30am-2.30pm)
In your new role:
- Report directly to the purchasing manager
- Develop, build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
- Negotiate best prices and lead time with all suppliers
- Represent the company in meeting with suppliers both internally and externally to analyse performance
- Manage material costing and all associated material aspects on nominated customer programs
- Work closely with the materials department enssuring the timely supply of materials into the company fopr the smooth running of the supply chain
- Introduce ideas and contribute to the overall team strategy
- Ensure all measures are taken to ensure KPI's set for you and your team are achieved consistently
- Work closely with all relevant departments as required to ensure the smooth running of supply chain
- Filling of purchase orders
What you will need to succeed:
- A university degree with 2 plus years' experience in a similar role
- Previous experience within a manufacturing, mechanical or moulding environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
- A university degree (i.e. Bachelors degree) or equivalent relevant work experience
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can support you with youyr nex move. Get in touch with Chris our Supply Chain specialist on 028 9031 3720.