Buyer

Based in Livingston, Grw Talent’s client comprises a group of European companies engaged in the design, development, manufacture and distribution of analytical systems, life science equipment and laboratory instruments with operations dating back to 1920. Now part of a global multinational business, their thriving Procurement team is looking to recruit a Buyer. Reporting into the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer will take responsibility for the purchase and supplier management of a range of products. They will be expected to interface with other procurement professionals across the group and work closely with colleagues in Production. The role is to source the correct products at the right time and price in line with Manufacturing requirements and approved requests, considering market influences, stock control and logistics.

Responsibilities:

• Source, procure, negotiate and administer cost effective purchase (to specification, on time at best pricing) of all components and supplies.
• Maintain database of orders, products, components, suppliers and costs.
• Develop and maintain appropriate ‘terms and conditions’ for all procurements.
• Progress orders to ensure correct on-time delivery.
• Develop and maintain key suppliers and monitor performance.
• Maintain and control stocks at cost-effective levels using MRP system.
• Act on purchasing reports from MRP system.
• Ensure purchasing system complies with Company operating procedures.
• Maintain best working practices at all times in line with Health and Safety policy guidelines.

You’ll need to have relevant experience in industrial purchasing with a proven knowledge of sourcing components and assemblies. Ideally you will have purchasing experience in some of the following areas: mechanical machined parts, printed circuit boards (PCB), contract manufacturing, cables and electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, power supplies, Scientific Supplies and precision machining. Also useful would be the ability to read engineering drawings. You should be conversant with MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite and have an understanding of ‘terms and conditions’ of purchase.

We are looking for candidates who are ideally qualified or in the process of attaining their CIPs certificate (level 4). This is a great opportunity to join an established and growing global business. In return they can offer excellent financial rewards and career development prospects. You will work a 37.5 flexible working pattern, that allows an early finish on a Friday. Hybrid working is available if needed, working 3 days on site and 2 days from home. They also offer a comprehensive range of benefits including performance-related bonus scheme, death in service, group income protection, private medical insurance, pension scheme, paid holidays, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work and employee discount scheme.

If keen to know more please send your CV to our recruitment partner Katie Hydes at Grw Talent.