Indirect, Facilities and Logistic Buyer

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The Indirect, Facilities and Logistic Buyer is responsible for indirect purchase orders (from request through to receipt). The position is responsible for taking appropriate action to address poor-performing suppliers & /or providers and introducing new providers to meet business requirements. The role requires traveling up to 12 days per year (within the UK area).

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Management and administration of all indirect purchase orders, from the point of request through to receipt.
• Identify and establish needs and expectations for indirect requirements and take appropriate action.
• Manage, control, and administer all framework-related purchase orders.
• Manage, control, and administer all indirect spend contracts and agreements, including but not limited to logistics providers, general service, and specific service & maintenance providers.
• Takes appropriate action as soon as practicable to address poor-performing suppliers & or providers.
• Manage and administer the introduction of new providers to meet business requirements.
• Undertake activities to reduce the cost of products and services to their lowest practicable level.
• Ensure that SAP and any other applicable supplier files and records are valid and up to date.
• Ensure that all invoice-related issues are reviewed promptly and closed out as efficiently as they can be.
• Action activities related to supplier rework & credit requirements.
• Assist and cover activities performed by the site's “Buyer” role for direct spend requirements.
• Any reasonable requests from immediate and senior management.
• Manage all suppliers and articles related to internal and external logistics providers.
• Working with the customer service team to manage and meet internal and external delivery expectations.
• Manage the facility assets ensuring all records are maintained and where applicable arrange external contractor activities.
• Ensure performance targets are met and maintained, specifically with regard to Safety, Quality, and Delivery.
• Follow and comply with all applicable internal and external policies and procedures.
• Promptly report issues/feedback as and when raised which may affect performance.
• Actively engage when required in meeting internal and external demands.
• Understand, follow, and promote all values.

The above listed responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or duties required. Employee will be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

What do you need?

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2+ years of experience as a purchaser/ buyer in the manufacturing organization.
• SAP and MS Office experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related
• field- preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent communicational skills- logical and organized.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Quick learner, self-motivated, with a strong sense of urgency.

About the Benefits:

• Competitive Pay and Bonus Structures.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Contributions.
• Competitive Vacation and Floating Holiday Days Off.
• Full-Time Opportunities with Benefits.
• Professional Development Programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• Parental Leave and Adoption Support.
• Flexible start and finish.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level
• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
• Full-time

Job function

• Job function
• Purchasing
• Industries
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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