Lead Buyer

Are you a Lead Buyer with a proven background in establishing a successful, cost effective strategic supplier base to ensure a well-stocked manufacturing operation?Do you have the ability to develop and drive supplier performance, supplier value added initiatives, cost and effective delivery?Do you want a challenging and dynamic purchasing role?If so, this could be the role for you!Futures are working with a well renowned industry leading manufacture, located near Leeds, who is looking to appoint a Lead Buyer. This is an excellent company who have a strong emphasis on quality and a reputation for excellence. We are looking for a Lead Buyer with a strong background in manufacturing and an understanding of fabricated parts. Lead Buyer - Role and Responsibilities: Responsible for leading cost purchase of materials and components Managing stock control to ensure all material is available at all times for the production teams Represent the department in meetings as required Develop and maintain supplier and internal relationshipLead Buyer - Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Experience buying mechanical components for a manufacturer Prior experience working closely with RandD teams Experience purchasing parts from suppliers in the far east preferred MRP/ERP experienceIf this role appeals, please apply now Buyer, Buying, Purchasing, Procurement, Suppliers, Manufacturing, Engineering, Electro-Mechanical, Mechanical, ..... full job details .....