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Buyer
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Buyer
Inspire Resourcing are recruiting for a Buyer on behalf of our client in Sheffield.
This is a great opportunity to join a great business, with a hard working team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Plan, schedule, and manage raw material requirements based on production plans and customer orders for the manufacture process
* Oversee complete inventory management of raw materials
* Maintain stock levels
* Create and maintain accurate material data within the ERP/MRP system to support production and inventory planning.
* Raise purchase orders in a timely manner and ensure efficient tracking and expediting of materials to meet production deadlines.
* Proactively seek global cost-down opportunities in the UK and lower cost countries.
* Provide regular reporting on stock levels, forecasts, supplier performance, and material usage to internal stakeholders.
* Support sourcing and material planning for new product developments, working closely with R&D and Engineering departments.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline planning, stock management, and procurement processes. .
* Expedite critical material orders to meet production and customer delivery schedules.
* Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to ensure reliable and consistent material supply, minimising shortages and lead times.
* Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Finance, and Engineering teams to align material planning with operational and financial goals.
* Communicate and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless material flow through the production process.
* Act as a key liaison between the business and external suppliers to resolve material issues and delivery concerns proactively.
* Take ownership of material planning processes, ensuring personal accountability for meeting deadlines and targets.
* Monitor and evaluate planning and procurement activities regularly, suggesting improvements and taking initiative where efficiencies can be gained.
* Maintain a high level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data, reporting, and ordering processes.
* Manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Desired Experience / Skills:
* Working within a material resource/buyer/purchasing role
* Experience of working in an SME
* Completed a course in Procurement CIPS a distinct advantage
* Strong communication (written and verbal, speaking and listening)
The Package:
* Salary: 35-40K
* Hours: Days in the office with some travel to supplier sites when required
* Benefits: Excellent holidays / pensionBefore You Apply
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