Buyer I

Location: Poole BOFA

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Summary of Position Purpose

Working closely with colleagues across the business to ensure continuity of supply for parts and materials, supporting both internal manufacturing requirements and the provision of customer spares

Managing end-to-end (‘cradle to grave’) supplier relationships and procurement activities through a commodity-based procurement approach

Primary Responsibilities

• Schedule incoming materials in line with forecast demand, ensuring continuity of supply and alignment with production requirements
• Generate and issue purchase orders to nominated suppliers within the assigned commodity areas
• Provide suppliers with clear specifications and requirements for materials and services ordered, ensuring compliance with agreed standards
• Manage supplier non-conformances relating to goods received, working closely with Quality Control and Technical teams to resolve issues and, where appropriate, negotiate associated costs
• Expedite outstanding orders and proactively report any supplier delays that may impact production or customer requirements
• Creating First Article Inspection (FAI) and per-production documentation, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately and can be effectively tracked throughout the business
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement and supply information within the ERP/MRP system
• Liaise closely with relevant departments throughout the day to identify, address and resolve supply-related issues promptly
• Investigate and resolve supplier price discrepancies, reporting findings to the relevant department for appropriate action and obtaining credit notes where necessary
• Manage cost-saving projects as directed by the Strategic Sourcing team, identifying opportunities to deliver value and improve procurement performance
• Maintain and continuously update the Demand Planning system to ensure accurate and reliable planning information
• Provide effective procurement and supply support to all internal customers, responding promptly to their requirements
• Coordinate buffer stock, Kanban, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and consignment stock arrangements with strategic suppliers to support continuity of supply
• Achieve and maintain agreed business KPIs, ensuring procurement activities support overall business objectives
• Working closely with the Validation team to obtain and maintain the documentation required to meet testing and regulatory requirements, including REACH and RoHS compliance
• Understanding of Indirect Procurement and assist as required

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel within a professional office environment

Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems to support procurement and business operations

Desirable

• Knowledge of supplier management, maintaining effective relationships and supporting supplier performance
• Proficient in using MRP/ERP systems, including Oracle, to support procurement and materials planning activities
• Committed to professional development, with a willingness to work towards a relevant procurement qualification such as CIPS, or build upon existing qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experienced in liaising and building effective working relationships with suppliers
• Strong office administration and organizational skills
• Desire to work within a procurement department in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, including creating, reviewing and checking formulas
• Aptitudes, Abilities and Behaviors

Essential

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high pressure purchasing environment
• Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams internally and externally
• Has the ability to work with large datasets
• Team player who readily supports colleagues and contributes to a positive, collaborative working environment
• Have a proactive approach to achieving goals
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively

Other Factors

Essential

Committed to supporting and upholding the core values of the business

Flexible and willing to work outside normal business hours when required to meet business needs

Adaptable and willing to undertake additional responsibilities as required to support the business and maintain its standards and core values

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