Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer Role – Technical Buyer Salary – £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience) Type - Permanent Location – Leicester Area   A well-established manufacturing company, based in heart of the East Midlands, who are a leading manufacturer and supplier of bespoke machinery have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Buyer to join their team. The company is currently in a period of growth and looking to bring Technical Buyer to support the purchasing team within the business.   Role Description   Collecting and analysing data, follow purchasing recommendations from ERP to predict and procure parts required for manufacturing. Identifying quality standards and ensuring that all products meet those standards. Collating customer feedback. Negotiating with suppliers to agree prices, quantities, delivery schedules Expediting of purchased parts and products Reviewing stock levels though existing stock management process, plan and expedite procurement of required stock and supply stock reporting information to senior management Delivering reports on sales data, procurement activity and other metrics to the senior management team and other stakeholders Conducting competitor research Adapting product offering based on customer feedback and behavior Develop, seek approval of, implement and systematically review a supplier development plan for own supplier portfolio to deliver agreed business objectives. Identify and implement cost savings in line with business goals and objectives for your portfolio of suppliers   Skills and Qualifications   Commercial and financial awareness Experience in a buyer role within a manufacturing/engineering industry. Ability to compile & analyse data & maintain master data Ability to work on own initiative with good written & oral skills Effective time & deadline management – ability to prioritise effectively Degree or CIPS qualification desirable Experience of using ERP systems / SAP. For more information about this role please apply, or email Kelly Blanchard on kblanchard@pg-rec.com who will be able to provide more details on the opportunity.Many thanks, Premier Group