Buyer in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Managing & liaising with current suppliers. Being responsible for placing orders and managing the processes. Supporting operational supply chain using MRP System.

Responsibilities:

• Purchasing of materials.
• Preparation of supply chain documentation & quotations.
• Supporting the Senior Buyer in selecting suppliers.
• Daily review of MRP Systems.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships with the objective of developing Quality, Cost & Delivery performance.
• Raise Purchase Orders in line with production requirements.

Professional Skills/Abilities:

• Good communication skills with people at all levels
• Computer literacy - good knowledge of Excel & Word essential and Access preferable
• A working knowledge and use of ERP and MRP for BOM, scheduling, forecast analysis, and capacity planning.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail