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Job Summary
Exciting opportunity! Seeking a talented Buyer for a respected global leader in design and manufacturing. This is a temporary contract with the potential to go permanent for the right candidate.
Do you have Manufacturing experience
Do you have SAP experience/knowledge
Are you available for the next 3 - 6 months
- Join a global leader in design and manufacturing
- Contribute to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier environment
- Generous benefits package including pension life cover health cash plan and 25 days holiday
- Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards
Our client a well-established company based on the outskirts of Maidstone Kent is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team. As a global leader in design and manufacturing they are committed to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier world!
Position Overview
The Buyer will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely delivery of parts and materials to achieve internal and external production targets while securing the best value for the business. This position involves collaborating with various departments managing supplier relationships and implementing cost-saving initiatives to support the companys overall success.
Responsibilities
- Interpret the Company requirement plan and progress purchase orders
- Analyse buying patterns and assess suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries
- Secure long-term cost agreements and review purchase agreements regularly
- Initiate and manage cost-down programs to achieve the best value for the business
- Process Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) and manage electronic and manual systems
- Record vendor performance data and collaborate with accounts staff for financial information
- Manage contractor fitments and ensure smooth operations
Requirements
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Well-organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good administrative skills and proficiency in relevant software
- Willingness to obtain CIPS qualifications or demonstrate extensive knowledge gained through experience
Company Overview
Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of leading technology consistently ensuring quality refinement and innovation. With a commitment to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier environment they have established themselves as a trusted partner to companies all over the world. Their unique range of products is crafted at their state-of-the-art facility on the outskirts of Maidstone Kent where they foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Pension scheme after 3 months of employment
- Life cover from day one
- Health Shield cash plan after 7 months
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Long service awards
- Numerous employee well-being initiatives
Alongside this comprehensive benefits package youll be immersed in a great company culture that prioritises employee well-being and recognises long-serving team members. Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where you can thrive professionally and contribute to their mission of leaving nothing behind.
How to Apply
If you have the skills experience and passion to excel in this Buyer role and contribute to our clients mission please submit your CV and a cover letter. For any questions or further information please contact our recruitment team.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same addition if your CV is heavy with graphics etc please could you also submit a clean copy in Word. Thank you.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts industry updates and market...
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Do you have Manufacturing experience
Do you have SAP experience/knowledge
Are you available for the next 3 - 6 months
- Join a global leader in design and manufacturing
- Contribute to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier environment
- Generous benefits package including pension life cover health cash plan and 25 days holiday
- Great company culture with a focus on employee wellbeing and long service awards
Our client a well-established company based on the outskirts of Maidstone Kent is seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team. As a global leader in design and manufacturing they are committed to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier world!
Position Overview
The Buyer will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely delivery of parts and materials to achieve internal and external production targets while securing the best value for the business. This position involves collaborating with various departments managing supplier relationships and implementing cost-saving initiatives to support the companys overall success.
Responsibilities
- Interpret the Company requirement plan and progress purchase orders
- Analyse buying patterns and assess suppliers to maintain optimal stock levels
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries
- Secure long-term cost agreements and review purchase agreements regularly
- Initiate and manage cost-down programs to achieve the best value for the business
- Process Engineering Change Notes (ECNs) and manage electronic and manual systems
- Record vendor performance data and collaborate with accounts staff for financial information
- Manage contractor fitments and ensure smooth operations
Requirements
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent sales and negotiation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Well-organized with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good administrative skills and proficiency in relevant software
- Willingness to obtain CIPS qualifications or demonstrate extensive knowledge gained through experience
Company Overview
Our client is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of leading technology consistently ensuring quality refinement and innovation. With a commitment to accelerating societys transition to a cleaner healthier environment they have established themselves as a trusted partner to companies all over the world. Their unique range of products is crafted at their state-of-the-art facility on the outskirts of Maidstone Kent where they foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Pension scheme after 3 months of employment
- Life cover from day one
- Health Shield cash plan after 7 months
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Long service awards
- Numerous employee well-being initiatives
Alongside this comprehensive benefits package youll be immersed in a great company culture that prioritises employee well-being and recognises long-serving team members. Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where you can thrive professionally and contribute to their mission of leaving nothing behind.
How to Apply
If you have the skills experience and passion to excel in this Buyer role and contribute to our clients mission please submit your CV and a cover letter. For any questions or further information please contact our recruitment team.
At KHR we take care to ensure that you are represented as well as possible so it is worth checking your CV for layout spelling and grammar as well as making sure it is up to date before you submit. If you feel you need to highlight particular qualifications skills or relevant experience with regards to a specific role then please add a cover letter or a preface page. This does not need to be formatted in the same addition if your CV is heavy with graphics etc please could you also submit a clean copy in Word. Thank you.
KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR - Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd Keep in touch with us online for job alerts industry updates and market...
Required Skills:
Buyer/Manufacturing/purchasing
Company Industry
Metals / Steel / Iron / Aluminium / Fabrication
Key Skills
- Buyer/Manufacturing/purchasing
About Company
KHR - Recruitment Specialists
8 employees
KHR is an award-winning, independent, recruitment consultancy, established in 1998. Based in Kent, our team of professional, friendly recruiters offers a ‘belt and braces’ solution to your recruitment needs by using search and selection recruitment techniques hand in hand ... View more
