Purchasing and Procurement

Assistant Buyer

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Job Title: Assistant Buyer

Salary: Competitive

Location: Abingdon

Job Type: Office based, Flexitime

LTi Metaltech is the recognised expert in high integrity welded structures capable of withstanding extreme pressure, vacuum and temperature differentials. We pride ourselves in delivering cutting edge technologies for industries including Fusion & Nuclear, Healthcare and Renewables, with further capabilities and insights targeted at Transport & Rail.

The Role:

To support the development and application of best practises to the procurement processes that provides our current materials and services at best quality, delivery and cost to the point of use. On occasions, deputise for the Supply Chain Leader in certain areas to ensure continuity of service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the contracting, sourcing and buying of quality components and materials used in product manufacture. Carry out regular visits to maintain standards and resolve supplier issues
  • Assist Risk Mitigation plans based on Supplier performance and commercial risk measurements
  • Arrange Supplier meetings with minuted actions and responsibilities
  • Ensure Supply Agreements and/or Blanket Orders are in place for approved key suppliers.
  • Liaise with both Internal and External customers in order to maintain agreed quality standards and delivery dates.
  • Facilitate resolution of Quality and delivery issues relating to Goods received
  • Drive appropriate initiatives and continuous improvement programmes in order to add value
  • Manage smaller spend suppliers and act as a point of contact for all Internal meetings and challenges
  • To maintain and or/update system requirements and KPIs to monitor progress against targets
  • Support cost reduction and productivity programmes
  • Engage with new Suppliers, managing the transition and implementation from RFQ stage through to delivery
  • NPI new business support

The Candidate:

CIPS qualified (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent. Desirable but not essential

  • Proven experience in a Procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
  • Contract negotiation
  • Creative and innovative attitude
  • Strong analytical approach
  • Understanding of manufacturing
  • Experience with an ERP based Materials Management system

Benefits:

  • Bonus scheme
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

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