Buyer

at  Powell

To continuously improve the effectiveness of the Companys Procurement, Materials Management & Supply Base through the execution and implementation of matched purchasing strategies & procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Convert system-generated requirements into Purchase Orders.
• Work with identified suppliers to ensure consistent market competitiveness in both lead-time and cost and terms and conditions and set up appropriate supply framework agreements.
• Be constantly aware of the technical environmental in which Powell (UK) operates to identify potential products, services or technologies which could benefit Powell (UK) in the pursuit of its business plans
• Support the accuracy of information provided at the Production Status Meeting.
• Ensures on-time and in-full delivery of all materials from the supply base. This will require expediting as appropriate.
• Oversee the effective operation of the Kanban and Direct-Line-Feed suppliers and periodically issue these packages out for competitive tender.
• Selection of appropriate suppliers to transact with Powell (UK) based on our agreed terms and conditions of purchase. This to include payment terms, ethical policy, accreditations & continual improvement requirements in addition to the obvious technical specification required.
• To conduct appropriate supplier assessments in conjunction with the Quality function.
• Place annual tenders for service and product supply.
• Maintain the materials cost data-base to ensure up to the minute accuracy
• Maintain full compliance with the companies Delegation of Authority.
• Ensure conformance to QA systems within the team and the supply chain
• Provide make or buy analysis in conjunction with the in-house technical teams
• Improve stock efficiency and inventory reduction in line with declared objectives (to be advised). Working with a team.

Employment, Educational and Professional Background

• The purchasing function operates both internally and externally. Good communication is crucial and the post holder must engage in regular communication with all departments.
• The post holder should have well developed negotiating skills gained through experience of working in a similar role.
• The ability to think through and adopt a clear, sensible & methodical approach to planning, prioritising and organising tasks and activities to meet deadlines and targets.
• The ability to use a wide variety of approaches to solving problems and consideration of all the relevant factors and options before making a decision.
• The ability to demonstrate energy, drive, commitment and dedication to achieving success for themselves and the Company. Adopts a proactive approach to their work, is resilient under pressure and possesses a strong results orientation.
• The ideal candidate will have a knowledge & understanding of MRP/ERP systems (ideally Oracle).
• Experience in negotiation & supplier development techniques.
• CIPS certification (any level) would be advantageous.

Please refer the Job description for details