Thorlabs
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
JuniorBuyer-Tables
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“Junior Buyer - Tables at Thorlabs. Skills: Purchasing, Supply chain, Lean manufacturing. Collaborate with buyers. Support buyers”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure supply chain delivers; Ensure data accuracy; Improve material flow
Industry & Context.
Problem solver; Takes ownership of tasks
Willing to change hours, Eligibility to work in UK
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Experience in production planning or purchasing, Experience using ERP/MRP systems, Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Detail oriented, Works in structured and organised manner, Competent problem solver, Takes ownership of tasks, Ability to multitask, Time manage, Work independently, Positive approach to continuous improvement, Flexible approach to work requests, Prepared to go the extra mile, Communication skills, Willing to change hours as needed
Nice to Have
Experience in data analysis, Microsoft Excel experience, Familiar with flow-based production principles, Familiar with pull systems, Familiar with kanban concepts, Good understanding of LEAN manufacturing techniques
What You'll Do.
Collaborate with buyers
Ensure supply chain accuracy
Drive continuous improvement
Maintain regular contact with suppliers
Ensure accurate delivery dates
Run purchasing reports
Ensure accurate data communicated
Place orders with supply chain
Monitor low stock reports
Ensure procurement activities are in place
Collaborate with planning team
Support pull in/push out needs
Review and investigate supplier invoice queries
Prepare vendor monthly metrics
Submit vendor monthly metrics
Support placing purchase orders
Support MRP/ERP data maintenance
Use lean methodologies
Identify opportunities to improve material flow
Attend supplier meetings
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with buyers; Collaborate with planning team
Communication Scope
Present new ideas
Full Job Description
**What is the job?** To directly collaborate with, and support, the Tables Business Unit buyers to ensure our supply chain delivers to schedule; the accuracy of data between purchase orders and supplier confirmations is of good quality; and drive any identified areas for continuous improvement, in line with our best practice lean methodologies. **Working Hours:** Monday to Friday 8.00 am – 4.30 pm (Hybrid working available after 6 months training) **Department:** Tables **Interview process:** 2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 30 minute Teams interview; Second stage: Onsite 2 hour interview **Who we are?** Thorlabs is a global, industry leading optical technologies company. We are experts in the design and manufacture or a range of innovative photonics products. We use these products in manufacturing and research, from fibre optics to piezo motors. We are the gold standard with optics laboratories worldwide. There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries. Here in Ely, we are responsible for the Motion Control and Optical Tables product line. **Where you will be working?** It’s a hybrid role, working in our new purpose-built facility in Witchford, Ely as well as your home. Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely. There are train and bus links to Ely from Kings Cross and Liverpool Street London, and our site is within distance of Ely train station and Ely Bus station. **Requirements** **What is essential to us…** * Experience in production planning or purchasing * Experience using ERP/MRP systems (ideally Microsoft D365) * Strong knowledge of, and background using Microsoft Office * Experience in data analysis and Microsoft Excel is highly desirable * Familiar with flow-based production principles, pull systems, and kanban concepts is highly desirable * A good understanding of LEAN manufacturing techniques, training available through employment * Detail oriented and works in
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