Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsProven materials management and purchasing experience in Manufacturing.SAP experience.About Our ClientLeading provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment and associated aftermarket parts, consumables, and services, which it sells across multiple attractive end-markets within the industrial, energy and medical industries.Job DescriptionResponsible for all purchasing functions related to the procurement of goods and/or raw materials as assigned, including order placement and follow up. Negotiate lead times with vendors. Resolves daily supplier issues.Expedite orders to ensure no delays to Aftermarket on hand requirements and stocking strategy.Maintains SAP system data with up to date and accurate purchasing data for materials that are assigned via MRP.Reviews material quantities and dates required determining accurate start and completion dates and communicates any issues to management.Supports and participates in business improvements including Lean and 5S activities as required.Plan and place material purchase orders to ensure that material flow to the Aftermarket is in line with the customer demand/company plan (MPS/MRP), with the use of schedules, consignment stock, kanban, and other order systems as required.Investigation and approval of Supplier Invoice Issues.Actively manage Supplier Delivery performance through the use of KPI's and routine performance reviews with critical suppliers.Undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required within the scope of the role.The Successful ApplicantA successful Material Buyer should have:Proven materials management and purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.SAP experienceExperience of scheduling, MRP, MPS and consignment stockingDemonstrative proactive approach and initiative in problem solving.Ability to communicate and interface diplomatically and effectively with all levels of the organisation, external suppliers etc.Able to work on own initiative and as member of small team.What's on OfferA competitive salary between £40,000-£45,000 DOE.25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase 5 days after probation period)7% Employer Pension ContributionWestfield Health Medical Cash Plan CoverDeath in Service Benefit of 4 x salaryCycle scheme (After probation period)Electric Car Scheme (After 12 months)10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employmentCostco Gold Company member, allowing employees to join.Employee Assistance ProgramEnhanced Maternity & Paternity PoliciesIf you are an experienced Material Buyer with a passion for procurement and supply chain management, we would love to hear from you. Please apply today to join our team in Redditch!ContactBalkar BrierQuote job refJN-042025-6729461Phone number+44 2078 312000Job summaryJob functionProcurement & Supply ChainSubsectorDirect ProcurementSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationRedditchContract typePermanentConsultant nameBalkar BrierConsultant phone+44 2078 312000Job referenceJN-042025-6729461
