Buyer: 12 Month FTC
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Southampton |
| Area | Hampshire, England |
| Sector | Manufacturing - Procurement |
| Salary | £30000 - £35000 per annum |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Ben Green |
| Job Ref | V-53083BG |
| Job Views | 33 |
- Description
- We are looking for candidates with experience in buying/purchasing in manufacturing environments to join a world leader in engineering technology, in a role that is critical to the success of the supply chain. This is a global engineering powerhouse with decades of experience, and you’ll have to work at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility alongside an established procurement team.
This role is an initial 12 month fixed-term contract, with the goal of the team to either extend or make perm, and will cover both strategic procurement activities, as well as supplier management. Covering a PSL of approx. 450, you will obtain quotes, negotiate prices, generate purchase orders and effectively support cost reduction
What are we looking for?- Min 1-2 years within buying/purchasing for a manufacturing business, using MRP/ERP systems
- Experience with supplier management
- Any technical qualifications/CIPS would be advantageous
- Personality: Eager to learn, excellent communication skills and calm under pressure
- Hybrid working options
- Flexibility on start and finish times with a 1pm finish on a Friday
- Eagerness from team to either extend this contract or turn into a permanent role after 12 months
- Private medical insurance and employee assistance program
- Chance to work at a growing, global manufacturing business with great brand reputation and a proven pathway of progression
