We are working with an engineering organisation who are heavily involved with the Aerospace sector. They are looking for a Buyer on a permanent basis. In the role you will manage the supply chain for items within the allocated categories ensuring all tasks and activities are completed to the highest standard.BuyerPermanentCompetitive Salary (Dependent on experience)Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:15 Nottingham BuyerJob DescriptionCreate and maintain Item Master record information on ERP system for stock parts.Monitor and update key variables, such as minimum stock levels, as appropriate.Ensure purchases comply with Economic Order Quantities (EOQ), taking into account rate of usage, carriage costs etcLiaise with Production Planning staff to ensure changing product mix is taken into account in determining what/how much to order.Negotiate prices and contract terms for stock items.Involvement in procurement process for capital expenditure, including supplier selection, pricing, payment and all contract terms.Ensure appropriate stock levels of production materials, consumables and tooling are maintained.Build supplier relationships, including visits to suppliers where it is deemed useful.Develop and maintain Supplier performance assessment metrics and risk assessment process.Prepare GRNI report monthly, for use in the management accounts process.BuyerEssential Experience/Skills/QualificationsStrong experience material planning.Experience Buying ideally in a manufacturing environment.B