Buyer - some working from home

Clydebank (Excellent transport links via the Erskine Bridge and the new Renfrew Bridge) Salary: Up to £38,000 (Depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent | 38 hours per week Hours: Monday Thursday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (Enjoy a 3-day weekend, every weekend!) This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional from the engineering or manufacturing sector who is looking to progress their career within a growing, forward-thinking business. Operating under fresh, dynamic shop-floor leadership, our client offers a modern working structure, including a highly sought-after four-day working week to ensure an excellent work-life balance. As a Buyer, you will manage a mix of stock and project procurement, working closely with engineering, stores, and finance departments. Order Processing: Processing stock and project orders utilizing electronic requisition software and Bills of Materials (BOM) provided by the engineering team. Inventory Control: Relationship Building: Maintaining strong relationships with the existing supplier network while actively identifying new supplier opportunities. Attending weekly and monthly meetings to provide accurate procurement updates on project lead times; working closely with the accounts team to swiftly resolve supplier queries. Ad-hoc Administration: Assisting with daily admin tasks such as filing, scanning, and archiving. Technical Procurement: Proven experience working in a technical buying role within the engineering or manufacturing sector is essential . A strong working knowledge of Sage 200 Accounts (or a similar ERP system) is essential . IT Literacy: High competency in the Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel. Attributes: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight project deadlines. Industry Knowledge (Desirable): Previous experience or knowledge of Electrical Switchgear or Electrical Manufacturing is highly advantageous. Our client values loyalty and hard work, offering a robust benefits package that includes: A Four-Day Working Week: Say goodbye to the Friday rush - enjoy a long weekend every single week. Healthcare: Eligibility to join the companys private healthcare plan after 2 years of service. Generous Holiday Allowance: Additional holiday entitlement rewarded for long service. Due to the hands-on nature of this manufacturing role, remote or hybrid working may not be available.) xkybehq STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities.