Purchaser

Purpose

The Purchaser is responsible for procuring materials, components, consumables, and services required to support manufacturing operations. The role ensures materials are available on time, meet quality standards, and are purchased at competitive costs while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders using the ERP system.
• Source and purchase materials and services required for production.
• Monitor supplier deliveries and resolve supply issues.
• Maintain supplier relationships and support performance reviews.
• Work with Production Planning and Warehouse teams to ensure material availability.
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock replenishment.
• Obtain supplier quotations and support cost-saving initiatives.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure compliance with company procedures.

Skills & Experience

• Previous purchasing or procurement experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, QAD, or similar).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
• Understanding of supply chain and inventory management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy enviroment

Key Performance Measures

• On-time supplier delivery.
• Material availability for production.
• Purchase order accuracy.
• Inventory performance.
• Procurement efficiency and cost savings.

Cost Code - S96

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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