Buyer

JOB TITLE: Buyer

SALARY: £45,000 per annum

WORKING ARRANGEMENTS: Flexible working onsite 



ROLE PURPOSE

To source production materials, consumables, and services at the most advantageous commercial terms, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery requirements are consistently achieved.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 Procurement & Sourcing

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  Source and procure production items in line with commodity ownership
  
  
  

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  Source consumables required by the business
  
  
  

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  Purchase packaging requirements for production operations
  
  
  

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  Secure contract services (e.g. oils, cleaning) at best value
  
  
  

 Supplier Management

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  Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers
  
  
  

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  Identify and develop alternative supply sources
  
  
  

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  Resolve supplier issues effectively and promptly
  
  
  

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  Manage supplier-related changes to components
  
  
  

2.3 Commercial & Operational Support

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  Support departmental budgets and cost-saving initiatives
  
  
  

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  Prepare and manage enquiries for new business opportunities
  
  
  

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  Participate in technical and engineering meetings as required
  
  
  

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  Support Supplier Quality activities
  
  
  

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  Ensure ethical and legal compliance in all purchasing activities
  
  
  

 Systems & Compliance

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  Maintain purchasing data within the ERP system
  
  
  

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  Manage submission of PPAP samples
  
  
  

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  Ensure compliance with all company standards and procedures (e.g. IATF16949, ISO14001)
  
  
  

 Strategic Support

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  Support strategic sourcing initiatives
  
  
  

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  Assist with implementation and management of long-term supplier agreements
  
  
  

GENERIC RESPONSIBILITIES

 Customer Service

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  Adhere to all company policies and procedures
  
  
  

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  Maintain high standards of work quality
  
  
  

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  Promote strong customer service within area of responsibility
  
  
  

 Health & Safety

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  Follow safe working practices at all times
  
  
  

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  Take responsibility for personal and others’ safety
  
  
  

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  Maintain a clean and organised work environment
  
  
  

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  Report hazards, defects, or concerns promptly
  
  
  

 Environmental Responsibility

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  Support environmental policies and initiatives
  
  
  

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  Reduce energy and material consumption
  
  
  

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  Minimise waste and ensure correct waste segregation
  
  
  

 Personal Development

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  Develop knowledge of company products and services
  
  
  

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  Complete required training before undertaking new tasks