Position: Buyer

Salary: 30,000

Location: Sandy

Hours - Monday - Friday; 35 hours a week

We're going to start interviewing after the new year, so don't hesitate and apply now!

Proactive are currently working with a client who are a world leader manufacturing company in their field.

Due to rapid company expansion and an ever growing order book, our client is looking to recruit a Buyer to help ensure the quality and accuracy of the factory's function is well maintained throughout this new and excited influx of work.

You will be responsible for:

Negotiating prices and discounts, placing and chasing purchase orders for all aspects of the business including: Electrical control gear and componentsRaw material and componentsConsumable itemsPlant and EquipmentMotor vehiclesSubcontract itemsEquipment for inclusion in turnkey projectsSet up and manage service contracts; act on any breakdowns

Ensuring stock is maintained at an appropriate level:Check physical stock levels before re-ordering ,Review re-order points and re-order quantities,Check existing allocations and orders,Work with the stores to resolve stock discrepancies.

Ensure our equipment is delivered on time by:Keeping up to date with the status of all projects in manufacturing and identifying any hold ups, particularly on key projects,Chasing bought in parts,Preparing for and attending weekly progress meeting,Reviewing the short allocations report.

Costs:Obtain competitive quotes where appropriate,Negotiate and agree prices before placing orders,Find alternative suppliers for third party spares,Obtain signatures for high value orders.

Plant:Source new machinery in response to identified needs, with the assistance of the Engineering Director and Operations Manager.

Database Administration:Enter order acknowledgements and chase up un-acknowledged ordersEnsure that part descriptions are meaningful and accurate,Add new consumable parts when you can see a repeated demand,Ensure that the database is showing accurate costs,Chase up old orders and clear off old balances,Keep supplier database valid and up to date.

Quality:Ensure that all purchase orders contain the necessary information in a readable and correct format,Use the correct ledger codes on purchase orders,Work with stores and logistics to develop suitable quality checks.

The ideal candidate will be/have:

Engineering qualification: HND or B.Eng.Minimum 1-2 years engineering buying experienceHigh attention to detail, accurate and efficientStrong problem solving and time management skills

How to Apply:

For more information on the role, or an informal discussion regarding opportunities we have available, please contact Karina Sarowska on (url removed) .

Why work with Proactive?

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