Job Description

About the Company

Established in 1938, Steatite is a market leader in the design, manufacture and supply of rugged portable and industrial embedded computing, custom lithium battery packs, secure communication systems, antennas, and imaging technology. Our focus is on providing highly reliable technology for use in harsh environments. Our products and technology can be found in critical applications from the seafloor to the edge of space! Over the years we have developed a first-class reputation for providing solutions that precisely meet the operational demands of our customers. Custom engineering is at the heart of our business. As a result, dedicated in-house teams support clients by designing, manufacturing, and testing the most advanced range of products and systems tailored to their specific application requirements.

Headquartered in Redditch, this secure 27,000sq.ft facility is dedicated to design, engineering, manufacturing and service support. In addition to our main Redditch site, we operate a 24,000sq. ft. battery design and assembly facility located in Crewkerne, a 15,000sq. ft. facility in Leominster dedicated to antenna production, electronics, and software, and dual sites located in Iver and Langley comprising of a 5,000sq. ft. production facility and offices which are home to our imaging business unit, Active Silicon.

Key Responsibilities

Seeking new supplier and building new relationships Maintaining effective supplier relationships Obtaining quotations and negotiating best prices from suppliers Attending supplier meetings as required across the UK Sourcing and arranging tenders from new and existing suppliers Ensuring that priorities are worked on using the information from the MRP system Raising purchase orders and maintaining order progression Raising orders from requisition forms Ensuring delivery of items to agreed quality standards in a timely fashion Completing quotation headers for the sales team Maintaining relevant supplier key performance indicators Logistics management and process of customs entry for imports Actioning order confirmations, pro-forma invoices and shipping documents when required Liaising between purchasing, production and the sales team to ensure regular and precise communication is maintained Seeking ways to improve current processes Adherence to all health, safety, environmental & quality policies and standards outlined by the company. You will be required to be flexible in this role and must be prepared to perform other tasks and undertake additional duties in any area of the business as determined by the leadership team. These tasks may be outside your normal work area.

Skills & Qualifications

CIPS qualification advantageous, but not essential. Ability to multitask and prioritise Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills needed to communicate to multiple stakeholders Ability to initiate, plan and organise A high level of attention to detail Proficient in using all Microsoft office packages Excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to work well with tight timescales

Experience

Previous experience working within a purchasing department is essential Previous experience within a buyer role is preferred but not essential, preferably as a buyer within a manufacturing environment Knowledge of Epicor or a similar Manufacturing ERP system Familiarity of an MRP system Working in client/supplier facing role where regular communication is required Working in a multidisciplined role Working to tight deadlines

Behaviours

Flexible and adaptable approach Curious - inquisitive and open minded, seeks out evolving and innovative ways to add value Collaborative - Able to work effectively and inclusively with a range of people Driven to deliver - Determined and resourceful to deliver the best results for the business Seeks learning and development opportunities - Takes the opportunity to acquire, the knowledge, skills and behaviours to be fully competent in job role

Salary and benefits

Salary 30-35k 25 days holiday Pension - 5% employee, 4% employer Access to Westfield Healthcare scheme Employee Share Scheme after 12 months Discretionary employee bonus scheme
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee stock ownership plan Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person