Proactive Global
Basildon
Full Time
Permanent
£46,500 - £47,500 Per Annum
Job role and scope
You are part of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and will lead a small team of buyers in a busy purchasing department. You will be responsible for providing timely and accurate costing proposals for new quotes. Your team will also be focused on new product introduction and day-to-day production and non-stock buying; ensuring that suppliers are chased to ensure timely delivery of stock components and products. The role will demand a 'hands-on' approach with the ability to work at pace and be tenacious to see things through to a successful outcome. You will work collaboratively with business development, customer service, production, quality and engineering departments to ensure that the supply of stock meets the requirements of this busy factory.
Main responsibilities
Skills, knowledge & experience
Supply chain management and purchasing experience within the electronics industry (ideally Contract Electronics Manufacturing).
Previous experience as a senior buyer; minimum of 5 years.
Knowledge and experience in the use of an ERP system such as Factory Master.
Able to lead and manage others with purchasing responsibilities.
Excellent organisational and planning skills.
Strong numerical and analytical skills using Excel and databases.
Problem solving and strong initiative to think laterally and find solutions.
Job Description Purchasing
Excellent communication skills and experience liaising with suppliers and internal / external customers.
Able to demonstrate resilience, persistence and agility to overcome purchasing hurdles and setbacks.
Able to work calmly and effectively in pressurised environments; responding proactively to quick timescales and deadlines.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Proactive Global
Basildon
Full Time
Permanent
£46,500 - £47,500 Per Annum