Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Dumbarton | Permanent | 37 hours per week

• Source and purchase components, materials, services, utilities, and equipment.
• Create and manage requests for quotation, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier acknowledgements through an ERP system.
• Monitoring material availability and keeping purchasing and delivery information accurate.
• Expediting orders and coordinating actions when supply issues arise.
• Building supplier relationships and monitoring supplier performance.
• Negotiating order and contract details, while identifying opportunities to manage costs and improve value.
• Working with internal teams to meet technical, operational and commercial requirements.
• Supporting new product development, customer quotations and contract requirements.
• Helping maintain compliance with relevant regulatory, company and site procedures.

• Supply chain or procurement experience in an ERP-based manufacturing environment.
• Confidence using ERP or MRP systems and Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Strong numerical, communication and organisational skills.
• A commercial, data-aware approach and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• A supply chain qualification would be an advantage. Knowledge of mechanical engineering or basic metallurgy would also be useful.
• A valid UK driving licence and passport, as occasional short-distance travel may be required.

The role is 37 hours per week:

• Monday and Wednesday: 7:45am–4:30pm
• Tuesday and Thursday: 7:45am–4:00pm
• Friday: 7:45am–12:45pm

The package also includes a salary of 37k, plus 27 days’ annual leave, plus 8 public holidays, and a salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 6%.

Interviews are expected to take place from November, when the hiring manager is available.