Buyer
Ref: AS9018609
Ashbourne, Derbyshire
£40,000
- Permanent
- Procurement Operations
- Supplier Relationship Management
- ERP Implementation
About the candidate
This candidate is a dedicated procurement professional with a strong background across purchasing, supplier management and supply chain coordination. They have supported service-led manufacturing, engineering and logistics environments, with a clear focus on keeping materials moving, improving availability and helping teams deliver efficiently.
They are confident managing multiple priorities, building positive supplier relationships and working closely with internal stakeholders to improve procurement processes. Available for a permanent role in two weeks, they would be a great fit for a business looking to strengthen service operations and purchasing performance.
What makes them great?
- Improves lead times: Helped implement a new ERP system that delivered a 15% reduction in order lead times and improved inventory record accuracy.
- Keeps operations moving: Streamlined procurement processes for service parts and components, supporting reduced downtime across manufacturing operations.
- Collaborative and dependable: Works well with service, engineering and logistics teams to align priorities and improve order fulfilment.
Areas of expertise
- Procurement & Purchasing: Experienced in sourcing spare parts, service components and materials to support operational and project requirements.
- Supplier Management: Builds strong working relationships with suppliers to improve performance, communication and service delivery.
- Systems & Process Improvement: Hands-on experience supporting ERP implementation and improving purchase order tracking and inventory accuracy.