At a Glance
- Tasks: Support sales by managing procurement and ensuring smooth supply chain operations.
- Company: Join a family-run electronics manufacturing business with a collaborative spirit.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, 25 days holiday, and a paid sabbatical after 6 years.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a growing company and develop your skills in procurement.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience in a similar role preferred.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 30000 £ per year.
We are supporting our client to find a Buyer to join their emerging family run electronics manufacturing business! This role involves supporting sales through accurate job estimating and procurement. You’ll report directly to the Purchasing Manager and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of parts across the supply chain.
Junior Buyer Roles and Responsibilities:
- Raise purchase orders and manage delivery schedules to meet production plans
- Support negotiations to secure competitive pricing and favourable terms
- Monitor material availability and proactively address shortages or delays
- Managing orders; Place and schedule parts in line with MRP requirements
- Ensure the MRP system accurately reflects stock dates, locations, and quantities
Junior Buyer Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience within a similar role (desirable)
- Previous experience within Contracts Electronics Manufacturing (desirable)
- Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Strong commitment to achieving deadlines
- Strong maths and IT skills with the ability to use daily Word, Excel, MRP
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams
- Languages: Fluent English. Mandarin or Cantonese is desirable, but not essential
Working Hours and Benefits:
- Working hours: 36.5 hours per week Monday to Friday with flexible start and finish times
- Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days
- Enjoy a one month paid sabbatical after 6 years of service
- Contributory pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
Contact Details:
Jackie Kerr Recruitment - Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Junior Buyer in Hampshire
Problem-Solving Skills
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Time Management
Adaptability
Interpersonal Skills
Teamwork
