Procurement Buyer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Purpose:

To provide support to the Operations team to ensure Operational targets are met. Activities will include Procurement of Raw Materials and Components plus KPI data gathering and analysis of OTIF, inventory availability and production scheduling.

Defined Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities
Procurement of Raw Materials and Components. Raise, enter and submit PO's; follow up on delivery status - OTIF. Maintain and periodic review of safety stock levels, lead times, shelf life & MOQ's, including updates in system. Point of Contact for all suppliers. Liaison and meet with key suppliers. Negotiate pricing and contracts. Work closely with shipping and receiving departments; tracking of inbound/return orders status. Work closely with Customer Service, Production Planner & Production Manager. Communicate foreseeable risks, and action plans. Attend daily/weekly/monthly planning meetings; active participation required related to material status. Track KPI's related to delays, scorecards, returns/non conformances, CAPA's etc. Provide actionable suggestions for improvements. Research secondary sourcing options and participate in new material tracking. Respond to internal and external enquiries about product availability. Required Skills/Abilities:
MRP/ERP Experience (D365 and manufacturing experience highly preferred) 5 years' experience in procurement Computer literacy Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail Strong teamwork and communication skills Flexible work schedule
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