Permanent Buyer Aberdeen

One of our clients in Aberdeen is looking for a Buyer to come join their growing organisation. Working under your own initiative you will have daily communication with different departments including Supply chain, Operations and Projects. This role required high quality communication and the ability to negotiate.

The key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

1. Liaise with suppliers when required and develop good working relationships internal and externally
2. Negotiate for competitive prices and ensuring vendors can arrange accurate and timely delivery
3. Basic mechanical / electrical and raw materials knowledge
4. Ensure copies of quotes / PO’s and conformation of Orders are placed in the correct manner
5. Advise and assist users in the requisition process and ensure users receive the relevant information within the purchasing department
6. Ad hoc duties that may be required regarding the purchasing department
7. Ensure that relevant information is distributed accordingly regarding vendor or purchasing
8. Help monito vendor performance
9. Update and maintain the vendor list when appropriate with all new suppliers
10. Ensure the purchasing procedures are monitored and advise for any improvements when necessary

Skills and Experience required:

1. HNC Level in Administration or equivalent experience
2. Certificate in a relevant discipline
3. Strong proven track record within a purchasing department
4. Experience working with Microsoft Office
5. Highly organised
6. Excellent administration skills
7. Robust communication skills
8. Can work under own initiative