Buyer (Hybrid)

Buyer- Tayside (Hybrid) The Role Responsible for managing specified commodities to ensure the right materials, in the right quantities, at the right time, in support of production and planning activities. Responsibilities * Manage end-to-end purchase order activity – including placing POs, order acknowledgements, delivery tracking and shortage management. * Proactively manage and expedite material shortages to minimize impact to production and control costs. * Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships, including leading regular supplier meetings around delivery, stock agreements, and overall performance. * Maintain accountability for inventory levels and material availability for commodities. * Liaise and collaborate closely with other internal departments. * Coordinate collections at suppliers in conjunction with the approved logistics partners. * Goods Receiving queries. * Invoice hold issues. * Quality Return issues. * Support ECO process to ensure timely and accurate material alignment. * Using Oracle system, ensuring all standard work activities are executed in a timely manner. * Where applicable, utilize existing supply chain tools such as Pick List, Vendor Schedule or Kanban in support of business requirements. * Participate in Continuous Improvement tasks and projects as requested and champion change. Requirements * Minimum 2 years’ experience in Buyer role or similar fast paced role. * Education Level: Degree preferred but not essential. * Technical Skills: Competent MS Office applications user, especially Excel; ERP knowledge (Oracle experience preferred but not essential) and manufacturing experience. * Knowledge of Lean and Continuous Improvement is an advantage. * Great interpersonal and communication skills. * Self-motivated and pro-active. Permanent and full-time Salary- Circa £35K Hybrid available