Operational Buyer

Join to apply for the Operational Buyer role at Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions . When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouraging team, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoing growth opportunities to help you achieve your full potential. Visit our website to learn more. Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and motivated Operational Buyer to join our dynamic team. Key Responsibilities: Assist the Commodity Buyer in procurement & sourcing exercises while maintaining routine operational requirements. Provide assistance in supplier tender and RFQ processing, update quote information, and maintain open Purchase Order lines. Contribute to reducing category activity to lower TCO, purchase order volume, and transportation costs. Identify and lead opportunities within the business and designated category to improve supply, cost, quality, innovation, and risk management, reporting through GEM measures. Liaise with internal customers and external suppliers to ensure timely supply of components and services. Motivate and develop effective supplier relationships, ensuring accurate Balance Scorecard Metrics and reporting on supplier performance issues. Plan, schedule, and expedite supply requirements via MRP output to meet production and inventory goals, communicating with suppliers to reflect operational demands. Send approved Purchase Orders, including Kanban, Stock, Discrete, Non-stock & Consignment. Control reject orders and review stock levels to determine new orders. Manage Purchasing inbox, order acknowledgements, and open order reports. Negotiate and maintain pricing discrepancies on order acknowledgment. Manage invoice queries and stock movements for external suppliers. Handle customs clearance and C88/SAD processing, liaising with suppliers and freight forwarders. Maintain supplier documentation, including certifications and compliance data. Assist with item planning parameters in line with SIOP material design. Participate in Self-Directed Teams and daily management reporting. Identify and resolve inventory errors, shortages, and late deliveries through root cause analysis. Skills/Experience: Previous experience as a Buyer/Planner in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience with imports and commodity codes is advantageous. Strong relationship-building skills with stakeholders and suppliers. Negotiation, interpersonal, and influencing skills. Analytical skills and ability to interpret data for strategic solutions. Experience with product planning and procurement systems. Personal Attributes: Positive, self-managing, and highly motivated. Ability to work to deadlines and solve problems proactively. Collaborative team player with effective communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Qualifications: CIPS Level 4 Foundation Diploma or equivalent, or part-qualified. #J-18808-Ljbffr