Job Description

• Using JD Edwards ERP/MRP system, the buyer will manage all aspects of supply and demand within a sizeable commodity group from suppliers, logistics, inventory control and NPI.   
• Buying product for production builds and parts sale demand, communicating availability to stakeholders. 
• Responsibility for all communication to their supplier including quality issues, supply issues and new product introductions.
• Handle negotiation of contracts and prices with current and potential new suppliers.
• Attendance meetings and provide information relative to the introduction of new products.
• Make available details of products purchased that are likely to impact product build and spare part sales and provide an action plan to alleviate supply issues.
• Report on non-availability for spare sales and or production shortages via the ERP system.
• Minimise stocks without jeopardising part availability.    Involvement in process to manage returns to suppliers.
• Ensuring engineering changes are addressed with supplier where required.
• Participate in make versus buy projects.
• Ongoing development of the purchasing systems and ordering process. 
• Manage specific specialised projects as requested.  

MRP Material Planner/Senior Buyer Requirements:

• Good level of education ideally within an engineering discipline.
• CIPS qualification or working to achieve CIPS would be beneficial. 
• Experience of working as a buyer within a Purchasing function in heavy industry.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Track record of delivering cost reduction plans.  
• Work proactively to prevent problems.  
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems – ideally JD Edwards. 
• Excellent IT skills particularly Excel.
• Ability to work well on own initiative and as part of a team. 
• Analytical skills and problem solving
• Experience of OEM or 1st Tier operation a bonus.  
• Using data both current and historical to plan raw material demand

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities