Buyer, Flexible Packaging Procurement

Position Summary Responsible for the day-to-day management of a purchasing profile with focus on continuous improvement within purchasing
Essential Functions Manage and continuously review the Purchase Order System (MRP), to ensure it is accurate, up to date and consistently meets requirements of the business
Purchase materials in line with inventory parts
Timely and effective communication of forecasts and purchase orders to suppliers
Continually review the overall “value” offered by existing suppliers and ensure that the Company’s purchasing remains locally competitive
Assist with regular re‑negotiations of terms of business/service agreements and performance evaluation with suppliers, taking corrective action as required
Check and authorize designated invoices for stock, packaging and carriage items
Management of Key Performance Indicators
Resolve complaints from customers and vendors
Explains and administers company policies and procedures pertaining to purchasing
Processing exchanged or refunded parts and/or materials
Assist in other areas as needed
Requirements Degree in Business Studies
Minimum of three years experience of buying/procurement within an MRP environment
Excellent understanding of efficient materials flow and best practice
Strong track record of negotiating procurement/buying terms
High level of computer literacy, to include MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
Ability to work under pressure and tight schedules
Knowledge of equipment, materials and services required
Strong organizational and administration skills
Skilled in communicating logically and accurately in oral and written forms
Confident and assertive; Professional attitude and demeanor; Adaptable/Flexible approach to work
Ability to read and understand engineering prints and Engineering Change Notices
Physical Demands Ability to perform sedentary work, defined as lifting 10lbs maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as dockets, ledgers, and small tools
Ability to attend work on a regular and reliable a basis

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