Production Buyer

TQR ,
Plymouth, Devon
Salary: Up to £22K DOE

Overview

Experienced Buyer required for large manufacturer based in Plymouth. The successful Buyer will supply purchased parts to production facilities inline with MRP requirements and other ordering methods used within our client. Production Buyer – Key Responsibilities: Place, manage and expedite orders. Maintain supplier purchasing contract data integrity within the Chess/MRP system. Measure supplier delivery performance via past due orders and shortages and report on weekly basis. Raise new part numbers and action associated 055’s verifying the acceptability of new parts. Act as first contact with prices queries, price increases/rejection and resolution of invoice queries. Raise, monitor and action appropriate change notes. Report as a team all key performance indicators. Update & control of visual KPI’s and 5 S audit board. Support improvement projects including Six Sigma initiatives. Production Buyer– Person Specification: Previous experience in a Procurement based role (E.G. Buyer, Junior Buyer, Buying Assistant etc.) – Essential. Experience in MRP systems/purchase requisitions – Essential. Computer literate in prime Microsoft applications – Essential. Ability to communicate well and be data driven - Essential CIPS or equivalent relevant qualifications - Preferred If you have the experience and skills detailed above, and are currently looking for a new challenge, then please submit an up to date CV by using the ‘apply’ button below. For an informal chat, please phone 01752 252533 and ask for Samantha Luxton. Many thanks for your interest.