Buyer

Are you an experienced Buyer? Have you worked in a purchasing role within an engineering or manufacturing environment? If so, our client, a leading automotive manufacturer, is recruiting for a Buyer for their site in Coventry.

Buyer

Permanent
Salary dependent on experience
Monday – Thursday 8:00 –16:45, Friday 08:00 – 15:00

Coventry

Buyer
Job Description

• Supporting the Head of Department, deputising for colleagues when required, and supporting junior team members assisting with their training and development.
• Overseeing and controlling supplier relationships. Negotiating prices, and terms and conditions of parts, tooling, and equipment.
• Managing purchasing elements and control costs/lead times.
• Ensuring business plan objectives are met.
• Maintaining databases with accurate records and documentation and compiling reports for management.

 
Buyer
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• Previous experience of purchasing in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Relevant qualification in a technical discipline or relevant professional qualification (CIPS).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience of MRP/ERP systems.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Buyer
Company Benefits

• Annual bonus
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Matched plus 1% pension
• Hybrid working

Please apply below if this role is of interest!