Your Company:
NET Recruit is proud to be partnering with a specialist engineering and manufacturing business in their search for a Junior Buyer to join their growing team in Dorset.
The organisation specialises in high-quality precision small DC motors, linear actuators and bespoke drive systems, supplying products to a range of industries. This newly created position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to develop their career in purchasing and supply chain management within a technical manufacturing environment.
Working closely with the Production and Procurement Manager, the successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring materials, components and services are sourced efficiently and delivered in line with production requirements. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to build their commercial knowledge, develop supplier relationships and gain experience using procurement and ERP systems.

Your Role and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include but may not be limited to:

• Raising and processing purchase orders through the MRP system and internal requisition forms, ensuring materials are ordered accurately and delivered on time.
• Sourcing products and components, obtaining supplier quotations and updating information within the ERP system.
• Monitoring purchase orders, supplier confirmations and delivery schedules to ensure production requirements are met.
• Expediting orders and liaising with suppliers to resolve delays, shortages and delivery or quality issues.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with existing suppliers while identifying opportunities to source new suppliers.
• Supporting supplier negotiations to help secure competitive pricing, favourable terms and reliable service.
• Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining accurate purchasing and procurement records.
• Working closely with production, logistics and other internal departments to coordinate purchasing activities and maintain an uninterrupted supply of materials.
• Supporting the purchase order cycle and goods-in processes to ensure deliveries are received and managed effectively.
• Assisting with production planning activities to help ensure materials are available when required.
• Communicating progress, priorities and potential supply issues clearly to relevant stakeholders.
• Providing general support to the Production and Procurement Manager and wider team as required.

What You Will Need to Apply:

• GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or equivalent, as a minimum.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Clear communication skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with suppliers and internal colleagues.
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach, demonstrating initiative, accountability and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to assess information, solve problems practically and recognise when further guidance is required.
• A collaborative mindset, with the ability to build effective working relationships and contribute positively to a team.

Previous experience within a purchasing department or engineering environment would be advantageous, as would familiarity with MRP systems, SAP or other ERP platforms. Commercial awareness and CIPS qualifications would also be beneficial.
Most importantly, you will be keen to develop your purchasing and supply chain skills, take ownership of your responsibilities and contribute to the smooth running of manufacturing operations.

What You Will Get in Return:
In return for your skills and experience, the company is offering a salary of up to £31,000, depending on experience.
This is an excellent opportunity to begin or develop a career in procurement within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment. As a newly created position, it provides the chance to build practical experience across purchasing, supplier management, stock control and production planning while learning from an experienced team.
You will join a supportive working environment that values initiative, teamwork and continuous professional development, with opportunities to strengthen your commercial understanding and develop your knowledge of procurement systems and processes.

To express interest in this role and have a confidential chat, please reach out to:

Christina Smith – Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

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