Buyer - Consultant

Responsibilities

• Purchasing BOM materials in time to meet production requirements
• Update suppliers with forecasts and plan to ensure timely delivery
• Update core data and vendor details in SAP
• Handle MRP Exceptions (Expedite, Defer & Cancel) & Overdue
• Timely Release of POs as per MRP recommendations
• Overdue monitoring, Schedule & Unscheduled follow up with suppliers
• Working with supplier to manage NCRs and communicate ECO changes
• Tracking of shipments & deliveries
• Ensure MSDS are supplied during purchase of chemicals/oils etc
• Ensure blacklisted materials are not procured
• Ensure adherence of safety procedures while engaging external contractors for any work inside Vestas premises
• Timely procurement of miscellaneous items
• Handle Invoice discrepancies through systems like SAP work flow

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical
• At least 4 to 6 year experience as Buyer
• Experience in purchase of direct materials in Manufacturing Industries
• Preferably experienced in procurement from Manufacturing / Automotive / Wind Sector industries

Competencies

• Knowledge and hands on experience in using SAP systems
• Know the value chain and the business model
• Planning, coordinating and organizing skills
• Fluent in English (Oral & Written)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel & Power point for reporting day to day developments
• Ability to plan & prioritize - also under pressure