Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Buyer

Support production and organisational objectives by managing the procurement of materials, components, and services. Work closely with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely, cost‑effective, and high‑quality purchasing aligned with build schedules and departmental KPIs.

• Raise, amend, and monitor purchase orders; maintain accurate ERP/PO data.

• Expedite open and shortage orders to avoid production delays; plan orders to align with build schedules and JIT requirements.

• Work with suppliers to reduce lead times, costs, and improve delivery/quality performance.

• Monitor vendor quality and maintain up‑to‑date supplier information.

• Arrange transportation and track deliveries to ensure timely arrival; resolve delivery or invoicing discrepancies with stores and finance.

• Interpret engineering drawings and bills of material (BOMs) when required.

• Discuss and resolve issues with defective or unacceptable materials.

• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Identify and support cost‑saving and continuous‑improvement initiatives.

• Perform other duties that support purchasing and production needs.

Our Culture and Values

Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers

Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business

Respect for all individuals

Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation

Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Since 1985, Telestack has transformed from a small engineering firm into a global leader in mobile bulk material handling solutions by successfully exploring gaps in the market and offering bespoke engineered solutions to meet the needs of their customers. The respected company have built a leading portfolio of mobile bulk material handling equipment and now offer the widest range of mobile conveyors in the international marketplace.

Offering Ship loaders, Ship Unloaders, Hopper Feeders, Truck Unloaders, Bulk Reception Feeders, Stockpiling Conveyors, Link Conveyors and Telescopic Stackers, Telestack have thousands of custom-designed global installations in a range of applications.

• Minimum 2+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret BOMs and engineering drawings.
• Detail oriented, proactive, and adaptable to changing production or supply conditions.

• CIPS or equivalent procurement qualification.
• Minimum 2+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing or engineering
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret BOMs and engineering drawings.
• Detail oriented, proactive, and adaptable to changing production or supply conditions.