Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Our client is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer. This role is offered as a permanent full-time position.

Salary: £32,000 to £37,000 pa

Location:

Near Dartford

Hours:

8am to 4pm or 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday

Benefits include: 25 days annual leave, pension, free parking

The purpose of the role is to source and negotiate with new/lapsed suppliers the procurement of electronic components.

BUYER EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

* Electronic component knowledge

* A good standard of secondary education preferably to A’ Level. (CIPS membership an advantage).

* Thorough understanding of computerised manufacturing systems (ERP, MPS).

* Modern supply methods including JIT and KANBAN

* At least 6 months experience in a similar role (manufacturing experience an advantage e.g. electronics).

* Ability to communicate at all levels.

* Strong negotiation skills.

* Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.

* Computer literate including Word, Excel, PDF Writer.

* Cost reduction techniques

* Component recognition skills.

* Accurate and attention to detail driven approach.

* Hands On approach to all tasks