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Our client, a leading manufacturer based near Haywards Heath are looking to recruit a Buyer to join the business on a 12 Month Fixed Term basis for Maternity Cover.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working within a Purchasing role within a manufacturing engineering environment. You will need to ensure that all purchase orders are placed to ensure materials arrive in a timely manner to meet demand.
This role is available for a start in the new year based on site in Haywards Heath 5 days per week.
Hours - Monday - Friday 8AM – 4.30PM
Role Description
* Prepare daily analysation report to rationalise daily prioritisation.
* Convert requisitions to purchase orders and issue to the supply base in a timely manner.
* Manage and highlight or escalate any issues of part delivery through the most appropriate channels (internal / external) whilst ensuring the purchase manager is kept updated.
* Create, develop and maintain excellent working relationships with supply base and internal stakeholders.
* Work with the supply base to better the current position through purchase general tactics.
* Understand the internal stakeholders / customers’ needs and wants to aim to meet and exceed their expectations
* Whilst undertaking duties, ensure that all Company policy and procedures are adhered to (including HSE and Quality).
Skills & Attributes
* Demonstrable experience within a Purchasing role within a engineering/ manufacturing environment.
* Ability to prioritise workload and manage work pressure.
* Experience working with MRP systems.
* Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook literate.
* Excellent communication skills.
This vacancy is being advertised by Complete Talent Solutions Ltd who are acting as an Employment Agency