Buyer

A client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Buyer to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Thursday 8.15am - 5.00pm and Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm (every other Friday off). Paying a negotiable salary depending on experience.Key Duties include but are not limited to:Approved Suppliers: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, lead times and MOQs to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve issues related to delivery, quality or pricing.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to understand technical specifications and material requirements.Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records.Cost Reduction and Improvement: Support cost reduction initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement activities.Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing: Ensure all procurement activities align with ethical sourcing practices, sustainability goals and industry standards.Inventory and Forecasting: Utilise forecast data to support inventory management, preventing production delays and optimising stock levels.Reporting: Prepare reports on purchasing activity, cost savings and supplier performance for management review.PO Management: Raise purchase orders, manage MRP exceptions, and ensure timely PO acknowledgments.Support ..... full job details .....