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Buyer - Purchasing department
Leader Electronics of Europe Limited —Thatcham
- From £26,000 a year
- Full-time
- Data entry
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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- Continuous improvement
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- From £33,000 a year
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- Communication skills
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- Up to £36,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer skills
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Buyer - Purchasing department

Leader Electronics of Europe Limited
Thatcham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £26,000 a year

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Stock ordering
SAP
Stakeholder liaison
Internal department liaison
Microsoft Office Suite
Purchase order creation
Procurement support
Procurement processing
Data entry
Physical stocktaking
Purchasing
Stock replenishment
SAP ERP
Stocktaking
Stock coordination
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience

Full job description

About Us

Leader Electronics of Europe is a pioneer in broadcast test and measurement, with a full range of portable and rackmount systems for rapid fault diagnosis, compliance monitoring, and product development. Leader Electronics of Europe maintains its headquarters in the UK and is a member of the Leader Electronics Corporation group of companies. More information - https://leaderphabrix.com/

Job Summary

The Buyer plays a key role in assisting the Buyer Team Leader by executing daily procurement operations in SAP ByDesign, managing material flow, and maintaining optimal inventory levels within the manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for accurate SAP data entry, proactive supply chain tracking, and ensuring smooth production workflows through reliable material availability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement & SAP Operations

Create, issue, and manage Purchase Orders (POs) for stock and non-stock items efficiently and accurately within SAP
Process incoming orders and execute 'building assemblies' directly in the SAP system.
Maintain SAP master data integrity, ensuring accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), item master details, drawing registers, and electronic file archives align with engineering specifications.
Track order status across the supply chain, maintaining visibility on scheduled deliveries and proactively chasing delayed shipments.
Resolve purchase invoice queries efficiently in coordination with Accounts Payable, Team Leader, and suppliers.

2. Inventory & Stock Control

Monitor stock quantities, establish optimal reorder points, and advise the Purchasing Team Leader on replenishment needs.
Maintain an organized stockroom environment, managing proper receipt, assignment, and issuing of inventory/raw materials to the shop floor.
Support the Return Merchandise Authorisation (RMA) process on an assistance level, helping to log and track stock components used in product repairs as required.
Conduct regular stock counts and perform monthly tracking and logging of scrap stock in SAP.

3. Continuous Improvement & Professional Development

Identify potential supply chain risks, highlight areas for operational efficiency, and bring recommendations to the Buyer Team Leader.
Participate in annual performance reviews, training courses, and continuous professional development.
Attend team/operational meetings and industry trade shows/exhibitions as required.

Core Competencies

Highly organised, accountable, and self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Proactive problem-solver with high attention to detail, particularly regarding system data accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with suppliers, internal teams, and cross-departmental stakeholders.
Flexible attitude and professional presentation.

Technical & Experience Requirements

Hands-on experience with SAP ByDesign in a procurement/inventory environment (PO creation, stock adjustments, assembly processes)
Prior experience as a Buyer or Assistant Buyer in a manufacturing or technical environment.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access).
Solid understanding of BOMs (Bills of Materials) and technical drawing registers.

Benefits

Competitive salary, discretionary bonus scheme, and pension plan.
25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
Life Assurance (4x annual salary).
Medical, dental, and optical healthcare schemes.
On-site gym, free EV charging points, on-site parking, and Cycle to Work scheme.

Pay: From £26,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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