Senior Buyer
Proven experience purchasing electronic components and PCBAs within a manufacturing environment is essential.
A leading high voltage electronics manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer on a full-time, permanent basis in Pulborough, West Sussex.
Role - Senior BuyerType - PermanentLocation - Pulborough, West SussexSalary - £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits
Key responsibilities for the Senior Buyer will include and will not be limited to:
- Manage the purchasing process from supplier quote through to order placement and delivery
- Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are met
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms and supply agreements
- Monitor supplier performance and lead regular review meetings
- Work closely with Planning to ensure materials are available to meet production demand
- Resolve supply issues, shortages and delivery risks
- Identify and manage supply chain risks to maintain continuity of supply
- Keep supplier, pricing and purchasing data up to date within the ERP system
- Visit suppliers across the UK and Europe when required (typically once per month)
Key skills and experience required for Senior Buyer job applicant and will not be limited to:
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience purchasing electronic components, PCBAs or electro-mechanical products
- Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness
- Proven ability to build and manage supplier relationships
- Experience delivering cost-saving and supplier improvement projects
- Understanding of supplier quality standards and engineering change processes
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
- Willingness to travel for supplier meetings across the UK and Europe
To apply for this Senior Buyer / Strategic Buyer / Senior Commodity Buyer / Operational Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.