Project Buyer

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing

• Process project material requisitions via OSCAR and raise purchase orders in SAP including manual entries when required.
• Expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and collaborate with suppliers to improve delivery schedules through forecasting.
• Provide suppliers with drawings and proactively communicate engineering/design changes to minimize delivery impact.
• Address supplier quality issues using structured problem-solving techniques and complete RMA reports for damaged or faulty goods.
• Investigate and resolve accounting queries and invoice discrepancies in collaboration with Finance.

Sourcing Activities

• Conduct supplier sourcing and selection based on quality cost delivery and compliance criteria.
• Negotiate pricing lead times and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Maintain and update approved supplier lists and support supplier qualification processes.
• Monitor market trends and identify alternative sources to mitigate supply risks.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and contribute to supplier performance reviews.

Project Support

• Collaborate with Project Managers to align supplier deliveries with project timelines and minimize inventory holding.
• Place purchase orders and framework contracts with scheduled deliveries based on project requirements.
• Implement production BOMs and manage SAP tiers according to design specifications.
• Participate in project kick-off and review meetings adjusting material requirements as needed.
• Support engineering change activities and manage obsolescent stock utilization.
• Control stock transfers between projects and ensure accurate booking of issued items.

Communication & Business Support

• Respond to customer delivery inquiries within 24 hours and escalate contractual matters as needed.
• Maintain strong understanding of contract law export regulations invoicing and financial processes.
• Liaise with Finance and Commercial teams to ensure accurate payment and order processing.
• Provide feedback and support to internal teams regarding customer orders and supply chain issues.

Key Interfaces

• Manufacturing Units & External Suppliers
• Finance & Accounting
• Project Managers Design & Engineering Teams
• Platform Manager
• Customers & Commercial Functions

Qualifications & Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement / supply chain management.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Strong understanding of project planning sourcing and BOM implementation.
• Knowledge of Incoterms customs clearance and export documentation.
• Hybrid working pattern: Stafford UK 3 days per week on site and 2 days working from home. Tuesday and Wednesday are mandatory office days. The third office day can be chosen.
• Flexible working hours with flexible start and finish times.
• Applicants must have permanent right to work in the UK.
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available for this role.