SF Recruitment are working with a fledgling manufactruing business based in Tamworth to recruit a Buyer. This is an exciting opporuntiy to join a business during an exiting period of growth . 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchasing email inquiries, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication throughout the process.
• Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) efficiently.
• Maintain and update Item Master records within the MRP system.
• Expedite purchase orders to meet required deadlines.
• Ensure timely booking of received goods into the system.
• Represent the purchasing department in internal tier meetings.
• Follow established processes for onboarding new suppliers.
• Analyze supplier resources to ensure an uninterrupted supply chain.
• Conduct and maintain risk assessments for key suppliers.
• Handle multiple tasks effectively and leverage resources to influence stakeholders across the organization.
• Drive supplier performance to achieve On-Time Delivery (OTD) and On-Time in Full (OTIF) metrics.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee the NCR process for addressing supplier non-conformance issues.
• Ensure continuous supply to the facility to support operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Manage stock levels effectively, balancing operational needs with cash flow considerations.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and delivery timelines with suppliers.
• Uphold a professional and consistent approach in all supplier interactions to foster strong partnerships.

Key skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication skills
• Commercially and financially aware
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Can do attitude