Temporary Buyer

Manpower Belfast, are delighted to be working in partnership with a large manufacturing company in the Derry/Londonderry area to recruit Two Temporary Buyers for an immediate start.

About the role:

-You will:
Ensure compliance of the company Procurement Policy, Directive, Guidelines and local Procurement SOP and laws/regulations from PR to the payment process
Purchase qualified material & service following approved purchasing requisition at a reasonable cost to assure the supply
Ensuring cost and delivery targets
Identify saving opportunities, conduct price comparisons, negotiations and cost-saving programs for assigned categories/commodities
Participate in procurement activities from sourcing to legal contract as required
Communicate actively with the relevant stakeholders (supplier, requisitioner, commodity manager etc ) for an un-interrupted/ efficient supply
Escalate critical issues to the relevant stakeholders and superiors
Evaluate suppliers to monitor and manage their performance to deliver a robust supply chain
Complete Supplier Business Reviews assessing the Supplier against (KPI)'s, (SLA)'s, expectations, established contractual agreements, delivery performance and quality.
Liaise with operations teams to forecast demand and ensure supply adherence
Analyse usage to identify abnormalities, find root causes and resolve
Monitor supply chain, identify gaps and address
Harmonisation of delinquent supply with focus on risk mitigation
Work with management to address all aspects of commodity management, including procurement support, commodity business plans, market trends assessment, pricing, and product availability
Develop new supply sources where suppliers are no longer competitive
Interact closely with suppliers and quality-concerned related departments to resolve quality issues
About you:
- You are:
Energetic, self-motivated, detail-oriented and independent working style
Good teamwork qualities as well as communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a cross-functional, cross site team environment
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with attention to detail.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within changing priorities with enthusiasm
Proven ability to meet deadlines
Project management skills
Good judgment and business acumen with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Ability to work across different time zones
Your experience includes:
Experience in a Materials / Purchasing / Planning environment
Oracle/SAP system
MS office - ability to create v look ups and pivot tables
Smart sheets
Implementation of new systems / processes / policies
Data Analytic experience
A track record of performance management and delivering on targets
Experience with leading and/or participating on Project Teams
You may also have:
Degree and/or equivalent experience
Purchasing or Materials Qualification
Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours
1 pm to 10 pm shift