Senior Buyer - 6 Month FTC

Senior Buyer - Fixed term contract for 6 months with a possibility to go permanent.

Droitwich

£35,000

Reports to: Planning & Materials Purchasing Lead

In this role, the Senior Buyer is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement and delivery of materials, supporting the production team in meeting customer commitments, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and fostering productive supplier relationships.

Key Accountabilities

Procurement and Material Management

• Place and expedite orders for assigned commodity ranges to ensure cost efficiency and timely delivery.
• Monitor supplier inventory levels and address any anomalies proactively.
• Maintain and update the ERP system item master for purchasing and planning-related fields.

Delivery and Performance Monitoring

• Ensure the on-time delivery of materials to production to support customer order fulfilment.
• Continuously work to reduce supply chain lead times and enhance operational efficiency.

Supplier Relations

• Develop and sustain productive working relationships with suppliers, maintaining a professional image aligned with company values.

Training and Development

• Actively enhance skills and technical knowledge through on-the-job and external training opportunities for yourself and the team

• Communicate effectively across departments to meet customer service standards and business objectives.
• Coach and mentor junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
• Serve as the first point of escalation for issues related to material purchases, ensuring timely resolution and maintaining operational continuity.

What We're Looking For

• GCSE Maths and English is essential.
• Minimum of 3 A Levels grade C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Substantial experience in procurement within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• A self-motivated approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving supply chain issues, such as shortages or overstocking.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with suppliers, production teams, and stakeholders.