Full job descriptionA successful manufacturing business require a Junior Buyer. Applicants should have previous experience working in a purchasing, supply chain, logistics or administration role within a manufacturing or engineering business.


This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional looking to further develop their buying and supplier management skills within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with clear opportunities for progression and professional development


The Junior Buyer will join a high-performing and supportive team of Buyers, with responsibility for operational purchasing tasks. These could include; raising purchase orders, expediting, updating MRP/ERP systems with supplier information, lead times and pricing.


The role would suit an experienced administrator or someone looking to develop their career within a purchasing or supply chain environment.


Specific duties of the Junior Buyer include:
*Raising Purchase Orders for both direct materials and components for manufacturing and indirect items
*Track orders, shipment dates and delivery confirmation in MRP systems
*Expediting of purchase orders through to receipt
*Supplier liaison, communication and relationship building both with UK and international partners
*Support inbound logistics, supplier returns etc.
*Maintain procurement department data in MRP and reports/KPIs relating to supplier performance
*Work with procurement team to improve and refine procurement processes


Junior Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:
*Previous experience working within a manufacturing or engineering business
*Experience in a purchasing, logistics, supply chain, administration or manufacturing role
*Previous supplier liaison and experience of placing purchase orders
*Previous exposure to an MRP or ERP system is advantageous, and previous MS Excel experience essential
*Excellent communication and relationship building skills
*Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment