Overview
The Buyer will be responsible for managing supplier relationships and ensuring compliance throughout the purchasing process. This role involves liaising with suppliers, maintaining accurate records, and supporting quality activities. The successful candidate will work closely with procurement teams to uphold supplier standards and effectiveness during a 3-6 month contract.
Responsibilities
- Liaise with suppliers and serve as the main point of contact for the business.
- Chase outstanding documentation from suppliers to ensure up-to-date records.
- Manage and update supplier information within the CSR supplier platform.
- Support supplier quality and compliance activities, including conducting supplier visits when necessary.
- Ensure ongoing supplier compliance throughout the purchasing process.
- Perform general purchasing administration and document control tasks.
- Utilize SAP to facilitate purchasing activities.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement support role.
- Strong ability to communicate and build effective relationships with suppliers.
- Experience in ensuring supplier compliance and supporting quality activities.
- Willingness to visit suppliers as required.
- Familiarity with SAP is highly desirable.