Manufacturing Buyer and Material Planner

Manufacturing Buyer and Material Planner 32,000 West Midlands The Company Our Client are seeking a commercially and technically minded Manufacturing Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of raw materials, hardware, and sub-contract fabrication services. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to further their career in the fast-paced world of buying and procurement. Working closely with our engineering, planning and production teams, you will utilize Sage 200 to manage inventory, raise purchase orders, and ensure a steady flow of materials to hit strict manufacturing deadlines. The Role Daily management of the purchasing cycle utilizing Sage 200 (including the Manufacturing/MRP modules). Raise, issue, and track Purchase Orders within Sage 200 to meet production and stock requirements. Maintain accurate system data, ensuring lead times, supplier pricing, and stock levels are up to date. Collaborate with Goods Inwards to resolve any delivery discrepancies via Sage. Supplier coordination to ensure continuous material availability to prevent factory line stoppages. Negotiate competitive pricing, favourable payment terms, and robust lead times with suppliers with a track record of achieving cost savings and managing supplier relationships. Resolve non-conformances, delivery discrepancies, and quality issues swiftly with suppliers and internal quality teams. Liaise daily with Production, Planning, and Engineering teams to forecast material ..... full job details .....