Buyer

Location: Rochester, Kent - Hybrid working available.

Salary: £25,000-£32,000 DOE

Permanent position



The Atlas Recruitment Group are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to take responsibility for the management of a supplier or group of suppliers for a particular business area or product. This position offers development and progression.



Buyer Duties and responsibilities:

* Receiving requests and demands, negotiate with suppliers and process Purchase Orders, Purchase Order Amendments and/or Purchase Agreements
* Negotiating Terms and Conditions, Price Agreements and other contractual documents with suppliers
* Maintaining strong, effective relationships with suppliers and be able to resolve relationship and performance issues
* Understanding the budget requirements for the Purchase Orders, identify opportunities for cost reduction/avoidance through effective negotiation
* Understanding and communicating key performance indicators for suppliers and be able to engage with and address issues at a senior level within the supplier organisation



Buyer Key Skills required:

Essential

* Proven experience in buying/procurement/purchasing
* Prior experience in leading negotiations and Supplier Relationship Management
* Manufacturing background would be preferable

Desirable

* HNC/HND in Business Studies or equivalent experience
* MCIPS Qualified or Equivalent experience
* Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle



If this Buyer opportunity is of interest, please click APPLY with a recent copy of your CV for immediate consideration.