At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchasing activities and ensure materials support production schedules.
- Company: Established manufacturing business with a strong operations team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, early Friday finish, bonuses, and 25 days' holiday.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Join a key role in driving an efficient supply chain and supplier relationships.
- Qualifications: Two years' purchasing experience or relevant postgraduate qualification.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
- Purchaser
- Birmingham
- £33,000 - £36,000
We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business for a Purchaser to join their Operations team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing experience to play a key role in ensuring materials are ordered, delivered and available to support production schedules.
Working closely with suppliers and internal teams, you'll manage purchasing activities, maintain stock levels and help drive an efficient supply chain.
- Purchaser Key Responsibilities
- Raise and manage purchase orders using an ERP system.
- Maintain supplier relationships and monitor delivery performance.
- Plan material requirements using MRP.
- Review stock levels and re-order points.
- Source products, obtain quotations and manage lead times.
- Work closely with Stock Control and Goods In teams.
- Purchaser Key Skills and Experience
- Minimum two years' purchasing experience (or a postgraduate qualification in Purchasing/Logistics).
- Experience using an ERP system.
- Good understanding of MRP and purchasing processes.
- Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Manufacturing experience is advantageous.
Benefits
- Early Friday finish.
- Annual & Christmas bonus
- 25 days' holiday +
Purchaser in Birmingham employer: Anderson Scott Solutions
Anderson Scott Solutions is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With hybrid working options and a competitive salary, employees benefit from private healthcare, generous annual leave, and continuous training opportunities, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment.
