Job Title: Buyer

Salary: £35,000 to £38,000 per annum, DOE

Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday, 08:30 am – 17:30 pm

Location: Rutland

Our client, a fast-growing manufacturer based in Rutland, is seeking a Buyer. The Buyer will be responsible for all production and non-production operational purchasing activity. The individual applying for this position should have a keen eye for detail, be self-motivated, and be able to work on their own initiative.

If you are seeking a new challenge as part of a growing company then please apply!

The Benefits:

  • Basic salary of £35,000 to £38,000 per annum
  • Annual profit scheme bonus
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • 4 x salary death in service benefit scheme
  • Free car parking
  • Pension scheme
  • 20 days holiday increasing with service to 25 plus statutory days 

The Assistant Buyer Role:

  • Source new suppliers and placing production orders
  • Ordering of non-production items
  • Supporting Purchasing Manager
  • Purchasing administrative duties
  • Benchmarking suppliers
  • Create Purchase Orders on the SAP system
  • Expedite Purchase Orders with suppliers
  • Schedule Purchase Orders in line with current demand • Booking goods received onto SAP
  • Maintaining non-stock items’ stock levels
  • Any other reasonable tasks deemed appropriate

Our Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous, recent experience as a Buyer ideally in the manufacturing industry
  • Have experience with SAP
  • Be able to work unsupervised and meet set deadlines
  • Good communication skills
  • IT literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office – Excel and Word in particular
  • Be methodical and ensure Procurement procedures for the Company are adhered to and enforced on all levels
  • Well-organised and focussed
  • Good interpersonal skills

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