Buyer in Preston

Join Supply Technologies and play a key role in keeping our supply chain moving!
About the Role
Are you an organised, analytical and proactive Buyer looking for your next opportunity?
At Supply Technologies , we're looking for a Buyer to join our team and play an important role in ensuring the right products are available at the right time, at the right cost.
You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of the data held in the ERP system and helping to maintain optimal inventory levels at all times.
What You'll Be Doing
For the assigned portfolio of items, optimise inventory levels to ensure compliance with agreed customer stock holding requirements and internal inventory targets.
Analyse, understand and take appropriate actions regarding ERP recommendations based on system settings.
Issue purchase orders and work orders as per lead times to ensure delivery in line with internal & customer On Time Delivery goals.
Work directly with the supply base to ensure the necessary communication results in swift order acknowledgements and clear availability information, updating the ERP system to reflect the latest information.
Maintain accurate system data, such as purchase costs, lead times, MOQ's, etc.
Timely resolution to supplier invoice discrepancies, assisting finance dept. as necessary.
Coordinate disposition of non-conforming material, notifying the supplier immediately to ensure no disruption to the supply chain.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is commercially aware, detail-oriented and confident managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
To succeed in this role, you'll ideally have:
Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, materials planning, inventory management or a similar supply chain role.
Experience using ERP systems and good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
A solid understanding of inventory control, stock management and purchasing processes.
Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to build positive relationships...