MPI Requires a Temporary Buyer, for our client based in Milton Keynes
- Start date: ASAP
- On going contract
- Working Hours: 20 hours per week, flexible working days/hours
Overview
An exciting opportunity for a ‘Buyer’ to support the procurement function. The role holder will work to drive better delivery reliability, a reduction in DSI and to help implement strategic procurement strategies.
The role holder will need to be organised, structured and proactive.
Main Duties:
- Working closely with our suppliers to ensure we have components available for the Business Unit to operate efficiently.
- Be actively involved in meeting our procurement KPI’s (DSI, SLISC, WADPO & PPI)
- Managing procurement orderbooks
- Be able to make strategic decisions from a procurement perspective
- Work closely with our planning team to ensure components and materials arrive when they are required
- Dealing with supplier issues, working alongside the SQE to resolve issues to ensure we have a suitable supply of components
- Be able to communicate current procurement status to the required stakeholders
- Work with eProcurement to ensure exception messages are answered with-out delay
- Engage in planning and execution of new projects
- Be involved in business improvement (i.e. Lean, Kaizen etc) activities
- Work with the team to aid Kanban Box implementation
Buyer in Northampton employer: MPI Limited
MPI is an exceptional employer for Substation Fitters, offering competitive pay rates and daily subsistence allowances while working on significant energy infrastructure projects across Scotland. With a strong emphasis on employee growth and a commitment to safety, our collaborative work culture fosters skill development and career advancement opportunities in a dynamic environment. Join us to be part of a successful team that values flexibility and innovation in the energy sector.
