Do you want to be part of a unique company, contributing to a successful and growing team, within Mecc Alte* ,* the world’s largest independent manufacturer of industrial alternators. We are a multinational privately-owned company operating around the globe. Our UK centre has full manufacture for its power generation products from 1-5000kVA. It remains a flexible and fast paced place to work with a culture that supports individual’s growth and development.
Mecc Alte manufacture a wide range of industrial alternators from it’s plant in Oakham, working closely with its parent company (Mecc Alte SPA, based in Italy) and its customers to ensure top quality products are delivered throughout the product lifecycle.
The Purchasing team are looking to recruit an experienced Buyer ideally from an engineering manufacturing industry background . Knowledge of SAP essential. The Buyer will be responsible for all production and minor production purchasing activity within a busy office environment. The individual applying for this position should have a keen eye for detail, be self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative / as part of a team. Excellent time management and organisational skills are a prerequisite.

Specifics:

• Ordering of production and non-production items
• Assisting the Purchasing Manager
• Purchasing administrative duties
• Benchmarking and sourcing UK based suppliers
• Create Purchase Orders on SAP system
• Expedite Purchase Orders with suppliers
• Schedule Purchase Orders in line with current demand
• Maintaining non-stock items stock levels
• Any other reasonable tasks deemed appropriate

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• previous purchasing/buyer experience in engineering manufacturing industry
• SAP system experience
• Be able to work unsupervised and meet set deadlines
• Good communication skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office – Excel and Word in particular
• Be methodical and ensure Procurement procedures for the Company are adhered to and enforced on all levels
• Well-organised and focussed
• Good interpersonal skills; a team player
• Meticulous
• Passion and enthusiasm for your area
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise and multi-task
• Self-motivated and pro-active

Please refer the Job description for details