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Job Posted: 21 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham

Expire in: 6 days

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Buyer

 SALARY: £45,000 per annum

 WORKING ARRANGEMENTS: Flexible working onsite 

ROLE PURPOSE
 
 To source production materials, consumables, and services at the most advantageous commercial terms, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery requirements are consistently achieved.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 Procurement & Sourcing

Source and procure production items in line with commodity ownership

Source consumables required by the business

Purchase packaging requirements for production operations

Secure contract services (e.g. oils, cleaning) at best value

Supplier Management

Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers

Identify and develop alternative supply sources

Resolve supplier issues effectively and promptly

Manage supplier-related changes to components

2.3 Commercial & Operational Support

Support departmental budgets and cost-saving initiatives

Prepare and manage enquiries for new business opportunities

Participate in technical and engineering meetings as required

Support Supplier Quality activities

Ensure ethical and legal compliance in all purchasing activities

Systems & Compliance

Maintain purchasing data within the ERP system

Manage submission of PPAP samples

Ensure compliance with all company standards and procedures (e.g. IATF16949, ISO14001)

Strategic Support

Support strategic sourcing initiatives

Assist with implementation and management of long-term supplier agreements

GENERIC RESPONSIBILITIES
 
 Customer Service

Adhere to all company policies and procedures

Maintain high standards of work quality

Promote strong customer service within area of responsibility

Health & Safety

Follow safe working practices at all times

Take responsibility for personal and others’ safety

Maintain a clean and organised work environment

Report hazards, defects, or concerns promptly

Environmental Responsibility

Support environmental policies and initiatives

Reduce energy and material consumption

Minimise waste and ensure correct waste segregation

Personal Development

Develop knowledge of company products and services

Complete required training before undertaking new tasks

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