Buyer

CARBOLITE GERO makes a significant contribution to technological progress: we are a leading international manufacturer of innovative and reliable high-temperature furnaces and ovens as they are indispensable for production and research facilities as well as quality and analytical laboratories. As part of Verder Scientific, we belong to the German-Dutch technology group Verder, a group of companies with over 2500 employees around the globe.

We have a great opportunity for a Buyer with a technical manufacturing background to join a market leading manufacturer. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make their mark on an exciting and varied role, and support the continued improvement to our supply chain. Applicants are sought to work within the Purchasing Department and will provide key procurement support to the Purchasing Manager and other areas of the business to ensure continuity and efficiency of production and supply.

Primary responsibilities: Purchase goods, materials, components and services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets. Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact to the business operations. Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings, utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods. Research and evaluate area...