Job Details
Job Details
Our client an electronics manufacturer based in Essex is seeking a Senior Buyer to take sole responsibility of their purchasing activity. This is the companies first step in building a procurement function and the successful candidate can expect a lot of in-role growth potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage strategic purchasing duties including raising purchase orders in SAP, vendor setup, chasing invoice payments and ensuring timely delivery of stock
- Run diagnostics on the current supply chain and present strategies to the board
- Run tender processes for new suppliers to satisfy immediate and future requirements
- Focus on compliance and audit new and existing suppliers accordingly
- Have sole responsibility for purchasing procedures and maintain best practise
- Manage risk and minimise end of project costs
- Use existing knowledge to maximise GP by reducing cost without compromising quality
Essential Skills
- SAP experience
- Manufacturing experience
- CIPS qualified
- ZOHO analytics experience
- Electronics experience
For more information please contact philip.bloomer@procurement-people.com
Will Terry
Business Leader - Procurement People
will.terry@procurement-people.co.uk
Ref: 123104036
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