Job Description
Ourclient is a leading engineering and manufacturing company that providemechanical components for the MOD/Aerospace and Oil and Gas industries. Asthe Material Buyer you will work as part of the Purchasing Team, driving anddeveloping a fast paced and growing business coordinating between departmentsto ensure the manufacturing team have the correct parts. Identifies and processes requisitions from MRP inventory and non-MRP inventory requirements to meet production planning and sales requirements for assigned commodities. Assists in purchase order acknowledgements & placements with suppliers Report & resolve shipment issues with suppliers Resolves invoice discrepancies with Finance and/or suppliers. Ensures and maintains MRP system data integrity for supplier data including unit price, delivered lead-time, and EOQ. Expediting of Purchase Orders to achieve on time delivery. Resolves or notifies the Purchasing Manager to any situation impeding production workflow. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Knowledge Skills & Abilities Knowledge of purchasing processes Must have experience in a buying role Good communication and interpersonal skills ·Good MS Office skills Working knowledge of MRP and ERP systems. Education & Experience Experience working with IFS ERP/MRP systems desirable Purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment ·Aerospace and Defence sectorexperience – preferred but not essential. ·Procurement/Supply chain qualification or studying towards – CPSM/ MCIPS or equivalentdesirable