Buyer in Havant - CV-Library

The Buyer purchases assigned items such as specific commodities, proprietary goods, machinery, precision tools, test equipment, etc. ensuring the meeting of quality, delivery, and specification requirements at the lowest possible cost. Working with existing supply base to assess supplier performance, requesting corrective action when required, and expediting material orders to ensure timely and economical completion of customer requirements.  

Main Duties

Supplier relationship management, conducting weekly, monthly, quarterly business reviews as required with assigned suppliers
Coordinate with Goods Inwards on supplier delivery queries
Coordinate with Quality Dept on supplier defective material return, rework or exchange
Supporting daily meetings with Material Planning to ensure flow of material to production and manage exceptions
Coordinate with finance on any billing or credit issues
Evaluates and monitors current supplier performance in terms of quality, delivery & cost.
Monitoring of supplier replenishment methods
Balances current and future demand requirements with supplier capabilities/capacities to ensure completion of customer requirements
Follows and maintains system parameters
Drives and responds to action message reports

Skills and Knowledge

Previous experience as a Buyer in a similar role is essential
Manufacturing experience is essential
Excellent communications skills
Proven experience managing supplier relationships
High Attention to detail