Operational Buyer

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

Allow us to introduce ourselves…

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields, namely energy and medical. Our technology and our knowhow contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

The role…

To provide an exceptional service to the internal customer, ensuring all required materials \& consumables are ordered and delivered as required to meet production requirements. Requests to be processed in an efficient \& timely manner, with accuracy being paramount

How you’ll make an impact…

In this role, you will play an important part in ensuring the business has the materials, goods and services it needs to operate effectively and efficiently. You will make a direct impact by delivering a responsive and commercially focused purchasing service, ensuring requirements are met on time while achieving the best possible value for the business.

What do you bring…

You will bring a proactive, organised and commercially minded approach to purchasing, with the ability to manage a varied workload and respond effectively to changing business requirements. You will be confident communicating with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, building positive relationships while ensuring the best outcomes for the business.

You will have strong attention to detail and a practical approach to problem solving, with the ability to evaluate options, negotiate effectively and identify opportunities to improve value and reduce costs. You will take ownership of your responsibilities, ensuring purchasing activities are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed timescales.

We are looking for someone who is collaborative and willing to support others, while also having the confidence to challenge where appropriate and make recommendations based on sound commercial judgement. You will bring a continuous improvement mindset, looking for ways to develop processes, improve supplier relationships and add value across the organisation.

Most importantly, you will bring a positive, professional and customer\-focused attitude, understanding that effective purchasing is about more than simply placing orders. it is about supporting our people, production and the wider success of the business.

Skills \& Experience:

Essential

Minimum 1\-2 years in purchasing, procurement or buying role

Proficient in ERP/Purchasing systems, and Microsoft Office

Strong written and verbal communication skills for supplier and internal stakeholder management

Ability to negotiate pricing and terms to achieve value for money

Excellent time management; able to prioritise and meet deadlines

High level of accuracy in order processing, data entry and contract record\-keeping

Able to compile and present basic spend and saving reports

Desirable

CIPS Level 3 (or working towards), or equivalent procurement qualification

Experience in manufacturing or industrial environment

What do we offer?

\- A competitive salary.

\- 4 x life assurance.

\-Salary sacrifice schemes aftyer probation

\- 25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday

\- Monday \- Friday hours

\- Pension Scheme.

\- Reward Gateway benefits

\- Company events

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,000\.00\-£29,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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