Buyer

Portfolio Procurement has been engaged by our Surrey based client to recruit for a Buyer.

Main purpose of role:

To own, maintain and develop an assigned portfolio of suppliers and products. Building strong, performance-managed supplier relationships that secure continuity of supply, drive down cost and risk, and keep stock and service levels on target.

Duties:

• Own and maintain an assigned portfolio of suppliers.

• Hold regular supplier reviews.

• Ensure supplier terms and agreements are maintained and up to date.

• Build strong, long-term relationships with suppliers.

• Negotiate pricing, rebates, lead times with suppliers to meet company cost and margin targets.

• Place and expedite timely purchase orders

• Maintain correct stock levels.

Skills and Experience required:

• Previous experience as a Buyer from within a manufacturing environment

• Good negotiation experience.

• Previous experience with managing suppliers.

• Good numeracy and written skills.

• Confident with various computer programmes including Outlook, Excel and an ERP/MRP system.

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INDPRO

The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.