BUYER JOB SUMMARY:    Due to continued growth, we are excited to be working with a Salisbury based organisation, to help them expand their team with the addition of a Buyer.    Hours:  Monday – Thursday 8am-5pm, and 8am – 12pm on a Friday.    BUYER RESPONSIBILITIES: Confidently utilise and update in house MRP / ERP system, ensuring information is accurate and up to date at all times Action MRP exception messages, schedule ins/out and cancellations in a timely manner. Progress overdue orders on a weekly basis and liaise with relevant third parties to ensure everyone is updated with progress. Ensure latest projected supply dates from vendors are maintained accurately on the ERP system to ensure production lines of balance are accurate. Manage the Supplier relationships including Quality and Supply issues. Improving supplier Performance and building a successful Supply Chain. Send out Open Order Books to select Suppliers on a regular basis. Maintain regular communication with the Production Team, giving updates on overdue materials.  BUYER KEY SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:   Previous experience as a Buyer within a technology/engineering/manufacturing company (ideally mechanical/aerospace). Experience in influencing and / or negotiating. Supplier Relationship management. Able to work to financial and time sensitive constraints. A collaborative mindset, with the ability to also work independently Hands on approach, with a keen interest in assisting with additional tasks / projects, as required.    For more information about this exciting new opportunity, please contact Joy Bruce at Collaborate Recruitment in Bournemouth