Junior Buyer

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Junior Buyer will support procurement activities to a manufacturing and engineering business, leading on specific projects when requested.  This position would suit someone with strong IT, analytical & attention to detail skills who has relevant commercial experience within a fast-paced working environment.

Role Responsibilities:

The role entails but is not limited to: -

• Liaising with the Purchasing team, Management and Engineering on Purchasing issues.
• Working alongside the Purchasing team to achieve the team and companies’ strategic vision and targets.
• Quotation analysis and comparison reporting.
• General Purchase administration, processing of Purchasing documentation and reporting as necessary, including but not limited to, raising orders (on SAP) and facilitating sign offs, facilitating supplier set ups/changes etc, and minimising PO arrears.
• Generating RFQ’s, vendor selection and facilitating/conducting contract negotiations with potential/existing suppliers to ensure all aspects of the business requirements are covered.
• Working on cost reduction activities (from cradle to grave) in line with global and regional material cost reduction targets. Tracking of savings projects and reporting accurate forecasts and actuals in Savings Tracker, including supplier surcharge mechanisms.
• Basic financial computations using Magna cost models, including capacity utilisation, etc.
• Assisting with the completion of all Purchasing tasks to the required project dates/timing milestones.
• Controlling the purchase of items into the business and maintenance of the order process.
• Producing timely and accurate management information KPI’s.
• Promotion of the companies HSE policies across the department and plant.

Qualifications and Experience:

Knowledge and Education

• Knowledge of SAP is essential.
• CIPS qualified or studying/willing to study towards completing it.
• Good basic standard of education: literacy and numeracy.
• Excellent IT skills – especially Microsoft packages.
• Proficient with spreadsheets, word processing, and other computer programs.
• Understanding of cost breakdown analysis, including raw material cost, freight/packaging, customs/duties, labour, burden, SG&A, profit, etc.
• Ability to compare quotes and easily spot areas for improvement, using effective processes and tools.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Work Experience

• Commercial experience within an Engineering or Manufacturing environment

Personal Attributes and Work Environment:

• Strong organisational skills.
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written, verbal, presentations, etc.).
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work on own initiative and meet deadlines.
• Able to work well with others; build and maintain positive employee relations.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion and tact.
• Able to manage and schedule multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Honest with a high level of integrity.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment.
• Full driving licence.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.