Purchaser Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Purchaser to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Processing planned purchase orders in accordance with client / company requirements;
- Obtain missing paperwork (delivery notes, test certs) for goods inwards & report any discrepancies with supplier;
- Placing purchase orders for materials and managing order status;
- Identify and drive process improvements;
- KPI control and reporting;
- Challenge resolution of minor commercial disputes price increases (invoice queries, delivery terms, payment terms etc.);
- To participate in establishing a coherent purchasing strategy for production materials and support services purchased by the company;
- To conduct negotiations with suppliers in order to achieve the best commercial terms for the company,
- Control of system data within the supply chain function;
- Receive NCRs from QC and action with suppliers. Raise returned p/orders when necessary;
- Carry out competitive tenders and manage small to medium sourcing projects;
- Set up new items/combinations;
- Negotiate commercial terms and drive commercial improvements;
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with key suppliers;
- New supplier creation, transition and support.
Requirements:
- Must be a good team player but self-motivated and able to see the ‘bigger’ picture;
- Engineering/Production experience, the ability to understand process and drawings in a manufacturing environment preferred;
- A self-starter with the ability to work independently and effectively on specific projects;
- Excellent numerical skills excel intermediate/advanced;
- CIPS membership or equivalent or qualified by experience;
- The ability to communicate clearly, concisely, confidently and effectively at all levels;
- Ability to be flexible to meet the changing needs of the business;
- Ability to comprehend and communicate technical data for mechanical and electronic parts;
- Strong negotiating skills and the ability to build close business relationships;
- Possess focus and motivation to get things done, whilst having the diplomacy to enable all to feel good about what has been achieved;
- Must have a creative but methodical approach to problem solving, and have a proactive approach to all aspects of the work.