Assistant Buyer

Leidos, Inc., Wickford, Essex

Assistant Buyer

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Leidos, Inc., Wickford, Essex

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 31 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: ff95cda1d2d14030a56d6d9a01fe095f

Full Job Description

  • Ensure that all items for procurement are within the relevant budget and comply with all appropriate strategies, raising any anomalies with relevant colleagues
  • Negotiate with suppliers to reduce Project Spend
  • Monitor relevant Engineering releases, requisitions and follow up with manufacturing
  • Monitor and appropriately report cost and delivery performance against the relevant budgets and timing plans
  • Identify new resourcing opportunities through market research or by other means
  • Identify expediting needs, and investigate any invoice, cost or quality queries
  • Attend project reviews as required, equipped with all relevant delivery information
  • Monitor and managing supplier performance in accordance with agreed KPI's

    Previous purchasing experience, ideally within the manufacturing sector.
  • Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail Analytical skillset with a methodical approach to problem solving Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Good working knowledge of MRP systems & Excel 2024-09-06 While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

    We are problem solvers - we often have to think on our feet to solve problems, finding solutions to challenges and mitigating risks. Development/Growth - We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance. Our managers are committed to individual and collective development and, as a global company, there are opportunities to learn and expand your horizons in many different ways. Reward - we offer a competitive package with great benefits from a pension scheme (contribution matched up to 8%), private medical insurance and life assurance with loads of flexible benefits including dental insurance, gym flex and shopping discounts. Responsibility of the Assistant Buyer
  • To carry out the effective procurement of materials and services in-line with the business needs