Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer for major manufacturing company in Co Galway.Excellent opportunity to joining a growing progressive company. Contract. Responsibilities: Generates, adjusts and expedites purchase orders based on MRP demands and/or Min/Max requirements. Generates Supplier Forecasts and coordinates general purchasing activities for Direct and Indirect materials within their portfolio. Coordinates purchasing activities with Manufacturing, Planning and Engineering departments to acquire inventory in a cost effective and timely manner. Establishes appropriate inventory strategies for their portfolio. Provides feedback on BOM parts/commodities numbers in the ERP. Supports Supplier Relationship Management strategies. Manages Inventory levels of their portfolio in line with business goals Suggests cost saving proposals. Interacts closely with suppliers and QA to resolve quality issues. Minimises Excess and Obsolescence Inventory Support the resolution of purchased price variances, AP discrepancies...