Buyer- Manufacturing/Production

Summary

Ensure consistent and efficient material flow across all departments, supporting production, maintenance, and overall operational success.

Accountabilities

• Strategic Procurement & Forecasting: Analyze market trends and production schedules to accurately forecast material needs and develop effective purchasing strategies.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliable delivery of quality materials and negotiating favorable terms.
• Purchase Order & Inventory Control: Manage the end-to-end purchase order process, from initiation to delivery, and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Quality Assurance & Communication: Ensure purchased materials meet quality standards and provide timely updates on material availability, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Cost Optimization: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities to enhance profitability.

Requirements

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment (ideally synthetic materials or related industries).
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze market trends, supplier data, and inventory levels.
• Proficiency in forecasting material requirements and using procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of inventory management.