Job vacancy - Buyer

Position: Buyer
Reference: acsAbecb
Location: Tamworth
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum
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Title: Buyer

Do you have experience with Equipment buying? Do you have experience of purchasing goods & services in the 'Indirects' category? Do you have experience of working in a fast paced manufacturing environment?

Buyer required just outside of Tamworth

Salary: upto £30,000

Location: Tamworth

Take charge of the equipment category and help refine systems and processes.

The Role of Buyer:

  • Identify and implement opportunities for cost savings
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Monitor sales and margin performance of the category and drive KPI's of, stock levels & margin
  • Develop new, and manage existing supplier relationships, costs, service and continuous improvement
  • Escalate and deal with critical supply chain issues
  • Carry out all procurement processes for this category of goods, covering stock control, inventory management and replenishment

What are the benefits provided to all Buyer

  • Companywide training programme to develop key skills
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Generous contributory pension scheme
  • Non-contributory private health care and critical illness cover
  • Life insurance at three times salary
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Staff purchase scheme

What are the key (minimum) requirements for a successful Buyer application?

  • Equipment buying experience is highly preferable, and an aptitude for understanding the technical features of our range
  • Experience of purchasing goods & services in the 'Indirects' category
  • Experience of working in a fast paced manufacturing environment
  • High level of computer literacy, to include MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook and Access
  • Experience of using ERP systems, preferably Sage, and an understanding of different forecasting tools

If you would like to learn more about the role of sales executive Apply Today and we will be in touch!

ACS are recruiting for a Buyer If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a Buyer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Buyer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Buyer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Buyer role you desire.