Buyer - 6 Month FTC - 1223
Buyer - 6 Month FTC - 1223
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Job Description
What is the job
This role plays a key role in the Business Unit meeting its objectives for revenue and on time delivery. Youll ensure uninterrupted and ontime supply of manufactured items to warehouses and customers through the sourcing and procurement of production components and materials working closely with Production and Planning teams to meet shipping deadlines and achieve minimum stock targets.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am 4.30pm
Department: Motion Control
Who we are
Thorlabs is a global industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line.
Where you will be working
Ourpurposebuilt facility isjust 12 miles from Cambridge within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station.
Requirements
What is essential to us
- Previous Purchasing Planning Inventory Controller Logistics or other Supply Chain related experience preferred
- Ability to handle large Microsoft Excelbased data sets reliably
- Negotiating skills
- Proficiency in ERP supply chain software (e.g. Microsoft D365 and MS Office
- Detail oriented and works in a structured and organised manner
- Effective communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
- A positive approach to continuous improvement activities
- A flexible approach to work requests prepared to go the extra mile to get the job done
- Able to work collaboratively with multiple teams to ensure uninterrupted flow of goods to meet requested delivery dates
What we would like you to do/ to see
- Forecasting and Planning: Collaborate with internal teams to review customer demand and plan purchases accordingly
- Order Processing: Place and track orders ensuring that deliveries arrive on time and resolve any issues that may arise
- Supplier Management: Support supplier selection process as required. Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned suppliers
- Reporting: Support generation of daily reports to support inventory/production requirements
- Actively contribute to new methods and strategies that improve efficiency and productivity
- Apply problemsolving skills to conduct root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives that follow PDCA or lean principles
- Follow departmental procedures and standardised work and proactively contribute to updating them as needed
What will you get
At Thorlabs there are lots of opportunities for inhouse customised training and development that accelerates your career progression. We have free onsite parking free refreshments as well as an entertainment area in our large canteen for your enjoyment.
And the benefits are
Competitive Salary to attract the best plus an excellent benefits package including pension health care 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
Job Reference: THORVC1223
This is a rolling campaign so we will actively interview applicants. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.
*This is a legal requirement further information is here School leaving age GOV ()
This role does not currently meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria for obtaining a Skilled Worker Visa we are therefore unable to accept applications that require employer sponsorship in order to obtain a Skilled Worker Visa.
We would encourage all internal applicants to inform their line managers of their interest in this position.
Commitment bonus to be paid at the end of the contract if the relevant criteria has been met. Further information available from .
Benefits
Contributed Pension Scheme Group Life Cover Private Health Care Group Income Protection & more.
Please apply through the Apply for this job button or send a copy of your CV along with a covering letter and your salary expectations to: Human Resources at Thorlabs Ltd 204 Lancaster Way Business Park Ely Cambs CB6 3NX or email
In line with the requirements of the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 all applicants must have a valid permission to enter or remain in the UK with no condition that prevents them from working in the UK. Documented evidence of such permission will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
