Black Fox Solutions is representing a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer. Our client is the market leader within their specialism and are rapidly expanding. This is a fantastic chance to join a dyanmic and innovative company.

Job Family: Purchasing & Logistics

Reports to: Purchasing Manager

Main function: Responsible for the day to day management of a purchasing profile with focus on continuous improvement within purchasing.

Role responsibilities:
Buyer Responsibilities

Procurement / buying of direct / indirect materials in line with inventory targets.

Raising purchase requisitions and purchase orders for suppliers.

Progressing / expediting orders with suppliers to ensure on time deliveries.

Validating and implementing MRP outputs.

Monitoring supplier performance.

Maintenance of supplier schedules in line with MRP and manufacturing requirements.

Identifying approved vendors and ensuring cost effectiveness of all purchases.

Developing systems within the purchasing department.

Liaising with suppliers and internal department managers.

General Duties

Developing / maintaining current ISO standards.

Provide cover and assistance to colleagues when required.

Additional duties which may be required by management from time to time.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed in the future depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels.

The Competency Framework

Please refer to the Competency Framework for competency definitions and details on competency
levels for this role.

Role Competencies

Customer Service

Innovation

Results Driven

Planning & Organising

Quality & Efficiency

Organisational Awareness

Leadership

Open & Honest Communication

Essential Criteria:
Education and Experience:
Educated to A Level standard with GCSEs Grade C passes, to include English & Math’s or equivalent;

Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience of buying / procurement within an MRP environment;

Experience of purchasing and procurement within a manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge of efficient materials flow and best practice;

Experience of supplier selection;

Strong track record of negotiating procurement / buying terms;

Experience of report writing;

Experience of using Purchasing modules on an ERP system.

High level of computer literacy, to include MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.

Special Aptitude:
Ability to work under pressure and to tight schedules;

Ability to work proactively and on own initiative.

Strong organisational and administration skills.

Willing to travel.

Disposition:
Confident and assertive;

Professional attitude and demeanour;

Adaptable / Flexible approach to work.

Desirable Criteria:
Degree in Supply Chain Management;

Level 4 CIPS Qualification;

To apply for this post please send your CV to the link below.

Or call Mark on 02890994111.

Black Fox Solutions is working on behalf of a Client.

Black Fox Solutions
Oaks Road, Dungannon, Co. Tyrone, BT71 6JT

Phone: 028 9099 4111 Fax: 029 9099 8058

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