Senior buyer

About the company:

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $7 billion.

AMETEK has 22,000 colleagues at more than 150 operating locations, and a global network of sales, service and support locations in 30 countries around the world.

The AMETEK Growth Model combines its four growth strategies of Operational Excellence, Strategic Acquisitions, Global & Market Expansion, and New Product Development, with a disciplined focus on cash generation and capital deployment. By executing the AMETEK Growth Model, the company seeks to generate shareholder value by doubling earnings per share over the course of each business cycle.

AMETEK consists of two operating groups, both with highly differentiated technology and leading positions in niche markets:

Electronic Instruments - a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of advanced analytical, test and measurement instrumentation for the energy, aerospace, power, research, medical and industrial markets.

Electromechanical - a differentiated supplier of automation and precision motion control solutions, and highly engineered electrical interconnects, specialty metals and thermal management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Show initiative in defining a need for the business, sourcing, quoting and leading negotiations in line with company demand
• Be able to influence decision making with both internal and external stakeholders
• Be the point of contact between suppliers and internal customers
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and the Purchasing Manager to understand the business requirements and help to translate into a sourcing strategy
• Lead the sourcing of fabricated and CNC components to both UK and LCC suppliers
• Resolving urgent component shortages
• Running MRP on a regular and timely basis
• Negotiating with suppliers to achieve cost reduction targets
• Resolving all invoice queries
• Ensuring all part records are kept up to date with latest prices / volume discounts etc
• Resolving any delivery discrepancies promptly and working with suppliers to minimise future discrepancies
• Dealing with any other ad-hoc enquiries as the role requires
• Adherence at all times to the published Company Procedures
• To understand and comply with the Company`s Quality Statement
• To meet deadlines as required
• Maintain the Company Image whilst representing the Company
• Maintain a safe working environment for yourself and others at all times 
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Job Requirements:

• Completed commercial or technical training (associate degree)
• At least 3 years of professional experience in purchasing
• Good written and spoken English skills, business fluent
• Good user knwoledge of MS Office products
• Confident and professional manner

What we offer you?

• Work in a dynamic international environment and pleasant and support team
• Opportunities for learning and personal growth
• Private Additional Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And many other perks and benefits