Buyer

ESCATEC Group; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract manufacturing company based in Lutterworth is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist to manage purchase order release and inventory assessments. The ideal candidate will possess a diploma in Business or Materials Management, along with at least two years of related experience. Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are essential for negotiating with suppliers. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure seamless operations across the organization, all while aiming to reduce costs across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' related experience.
• Good understanding of inventory management and procurement.
• Working experience in the contract manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform checks before releasing Purchase Orders to maintain zero exposure risk.
• Assess excess inventory based on enterprise planning execution.
• Review and report daily Purchase Order rescheduling and cancellation activities.
• Ensure timely maintenance of PO confirmation dates.

Skills

Inventory management

Procurement

Proficiency in English

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organised

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Business or Materials Management

Tools

ERP system (SAP/inforLN)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Release - performing checks before releasing PO’s, ensuring alignment with EP demand and Supplier Contract agreements to maintain zero exposure risk.
• Assessing Excess / Without Requirement (E&WRQ) following the Enterprise Planning (EP) execution, preventing the risk of inactive and slow-moving inventory against customer demand and forecast.
• Reviewing / reporting daily Purchase Order rescheduling and cancellation activities.
• Obtaining approval from Key Account Manager (KAM) for any Purchase Price Variance (PPV) not included in the signed Customer Management Agreement (MA).
• Maintaining PO confirmation dates in a timely manner, following up to re-confirm delivery with suppliers or subcontractors as the confirmed date nears.
• Managing End of Life (product & component): Removing EOQ, buffers and Safety Stock Settings.
• Reporting Supplier OTD, Performing Vendor Rating.
• Continuously seeking ways to reduce costs across the supply chain without compromising quality or service, including optimising transportation, warehousing, and procurement.
• Supporting QA, Finance and Procurement to resolve supplier queries.
• Working closely with other departments like sales, marketing, finance, and production to ensure alignment and seamless operations across the organisation.
• Maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers and ensuring compliance with service agreements.
• Assisting the Engineering and Commercial team to introduce new products implementation (NPI) and project transfer plans between IBU’s.
• Perform other duties assigned at the discretion of the Supply Chain Manager.

Job Requirements

• At least a Diploma in Business or Materials Management, preferably with at least 2 years' related experience.
• Good understanding of inventory management and procurement
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and ability to negotiate with all levels of people
• Working experience in the contract manufacturing environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP system such as SAP/inforLN preferred.
• Excellent communication, accuracy and strong analytical skill.
• Organised, Independent and self-motivated.
• Prepared to develop, redeploy and learn new things.

Desirable

• High level of data accuracy and integrity.
• Financial awareness, able to grasp concepts like Purchase Price Variance (PPV) and Economic Order Quantity (EOQ).
• Assertiveness, with the ability to follow up firmly with suppliers to re-confirm delivery dates without damaging the relationship.
• Adaptability to meet the changing demands of the supply chain, keeping focus on daily rescheduling or cancellations.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to prioritise, knowing which POs are critical and which supplier and invoice queries require immediate action