Buyer - 6 Month Contract

Job description

Job Description Are you a proactive problem-solver with a passion for supplier performance and supply chain reliability? We’re looking for a dynamic Buyer to join our team on a Fixed Term Contract basis to take ownership of supplier relationships, ensure material availability, and support continuous improvement across our supply chain. What you’ll do: - Manage day-to-day supplier performance for delivery, quality, and responsiveness that builds strong supplier relationships and communication. - Action daily MRP/DDMRP alerts to issue and management purchase orders. - Maintain accurate ERP/DDMRP data and resolve orderbook mismatches fast - Collaborate cross-functionally to support engineering changes, NPIs, and sourcing - Drive cost-down initiatives and supplier improvement projects - Identify and mitigate supply risks using data-driven insights What you bring: - Strong supplier management and negotiation skills - ERP/DDMRP experience and a detail-driven mindset - A collaborative approach and a passion for continuous improvement Qualifications: Essential: - 3+ years buying experience in a manufacturing environment - Experience with either precision-machined components, castings, or e...