PURPOSE

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing raw materials, components, and services needed for manufacturing operations. This role ensures that products are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and meet quality standards. The Buyer will collaborate with suppliers, internal departments, and other stakeholders to maintain the smooth flow of materials, reduce costs, and meet production deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities:

1. Procurement & Supplier Management

• Purchase raw materials, components, and services required for manufacturing.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and reliability.
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth and timely delivery of goods.

2. Inventory & Stock Management

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure materials are available to meet production requirements without overstocking.
• Work closely with the production and warehouse teams to plan and forecast material requirements.
• Implement inventory control measures to optimize material usage and reduce waste.

3. Cost Control & Budgeting

• Track purchasing costs and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Prepare purchase orders, manage invoices, and ensure proper budgeting and financial tracking.
• Work with finance and operations teams to ensure purchases remain within budget.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all materials purchased meet company quality standards and industry regulations.
• Coordinate with the quality control team to address quality issues with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with all procurement policies, industry regulations, and company guidelines.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, supplier contracts, and financial documentation.
• Prepare reports on purchasing activities, trends, and cost savings for management review.
• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to improve procurement processes and supplier selection.

6. Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and recommend improvements to the purchasing process to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Stay updated on industry trends, new suppliers, and alternative materials to improve procurement operations.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Technical Buyer or in a similar role within the engineering or automotive industry.
• Understand procurement processes and procedures
• Understand good accounting practices and requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have an intermediate knowledge of spreadsheets
• Able to work in multiple software systems at the same time.
• Able to prioritize and manage tasks to achieve set targets
• Able to manage time effectively
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations
• Able to think quickly to resolve problems
• Able to read and understand technical drawings
• Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers
• Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal, and influencing skills
• Analytical, and numerically astute with strongly demonstrated problem-solving abilities
• Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production, manufacture, and customer order fulfillment

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant diploma or bachelor’s degree

WHAT WE OFFER

• A challenging and rewarding role in a growing and fast-paced original equipment manufacturing business.

• Working for a brand that we are extremely proud of.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on processes and success.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.

Join our team as a skilled and detail-oriented Design Draughtsman! You will play a key role in creating and refining technical drawings for our Overlanding products. With a strong understanding of Solidworks, sheet metal and assembly best practices and, you’ll ensure our designs are top-notch and ready for production.

Key Responsibilities

● Produce efficient, high-quality 3D models.
You will be required to create and manage:
● Technical and instructional 2D Assembly drawings
● Flat pattern drawings
● BOMs (Bills of Materials)
● Ensure tasks meet deadlines.
● Liaise with production to improve existing products.
● Ensure all drawings comply with office standards.
● Take ownership and responsibility for projects.
● Maintain a logical filing system.
● Generate Standard Operating Procedures.
● Action Engineering Change Requests on existing products.

Essential Skills and Experience

● 3-5 years of experience in 3D modelling using Solidworks is critical.
● Sheet Metal Experience is critical.
● Knowledge of the laser-cutting process.
● Understanding welding, fastener best practices, powder coating, and sealing is critical.
● Electrical and P&ID experience is a bonus.
● Experience with SolidWorks Visualize or similar rendering software is a bonus.
● Proficient in SolidWorks.
● Experience using PDM is a bonus.
● Good communication skills.
● Strong problem-solving abilities.
● Skilled use of Google Suite & Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications:

● A Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Draughting, or a related field is required.

Make an impact with your expertise and creativity! Please apply now to be part of our dynamic team.