Buyer

Buyer   Lancing   £40,000   A buyer with an engineering or marine background is required for Hunters’ automotive engineering client.   6 -month contract, likelihood of extension Perm - 37.5hr weeks. Mon to Fri flexible start   Buyer – job Working alongside clients, suppliers, engineering and programme management to determine and plan development and pre-production parts requirements. Procurement of project goods including bespoke parts/tooling manufactured from drawings, along with design/development, and other technical services. Preparing RFQ packs (downloading drawings/CAD files) Analysing RFQ feedback and making sourcing decisions based on project requirements and best value. Ownership of the Purchase Requisition/approval process to ensure compliance with internal and legislative controls   Buyer - person Experience working in an Automotive, Marine, Engineering or manufacturing environment Strong data management skills and IT literacy especially Microsoft; Teams, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Understanding of and experience using materials & procurement management modules within MRP systems Ability to communicate and present effectively to suppliers and clients at all levels Knowledge of BoM’s, end-to-end purchase process, familiarity with technical drawings An understanding of the principles of sustainable procurement and ESG factors Flexibility to support travel to suppliers domestic and internationally and holder of a driving licence.   Buyer – perks   Onsite gym Onsite canteen (subsidised) 25 days holiday + bank holiday