Purchasing Materials Expeditor

Purchasing Materials Expeditor

My client is a reputable and leading organisation based in Belfast, who are currently seeking a Purchasing Materials Expeditor to join their team.

This is a Full-Time, Temporary Position initially for 3 months (has the possibility of being made Permanent)

Working hours: Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm (37.5 hours)

With an hourly rate from £13 per hour.

Job role:

You will be responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of materials and supplies necessary for the company’s manufacturing operations. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, obtaining order acknowledgement, monitoring inventory levels, and expediting orders to meet production schedules.

Essential Criteria:

• Understanding material replenishment techniques, e.g. MRP, kanban, VMI, trigger points, IMAG.
• Strong IT skills with the use of ERP, Microsoft Packages (to include Email, Word and Excel).
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal – with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

• Ability to manage and prioritise a busy workload while adhering to deadlines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office environment.
• Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail with an eye for accuracy.

Desirable Criteria:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or a related role.
• Certification in supply chain management or procurement.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow up with suppliers and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order details and delivery schedules and resolve any issues that may arise.
• Track inventory levels and coordinate with the warehouse team to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Maintain purchase orders with accurate records, delivery schedules, and inventory levels.
• Address and resolve any discrepancies or delays in the supply chain.
• Prepare and present regular reports on order status, inventory levels, and supplier performance.
• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate regular cycle counts for A & B class components and report results to Production Buyers.