Assistant Buyer

A leading food manufacturer requires an Assistant Buyer / Purchasing Assistant for their manufacturing and R&D site in Banbury. The organisation has a global presence and a network of R&D, manufacturing and service facilities in more than 60 counties, to serve their customers' needs.

Job Summary:

A highly motivated individual is required to direct and coordinate the purchase of a range of materials for the company, whilst ensuring that they are working in accordance with specifications, budgets and agreed quality standards.

General Responsibilities

• Analyse the daily stock requirement report spreadsheet, placing the necessary purchase orders using Suppliers/Pricing Structures set up by the Buyers whilst maintaining safety stocks.
• Monitor purchase orders to ensure that materials are confirmed, delivered on time, at the agreed price, within agreed specification and comply with the company's quality
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers to resolve any problems to meet production
• Maintain regular contact with Factory Management, Planning and Customer Service departments to work towards minimising any issues that could impact on customer
• Maintain and update raw material 'Goods In' schedule for the Warehouse Department, keeping within daily and weekly delivery quotas and ensure regular communication to minimise any adverse factors that may lead to missed production schedules and transport deadlines. Chasing up suppliers to book their deliveries to a timed slot, expediting any late

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Previous Procurement experience is essential;
• Excellent communication skills, with an ability to balance conflicting demands;
• Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent analytical skills
• IT literate (Excel in particular)
• Knowledge of ERP or MRP systems would be an advantage

In return the company offers a very competitive salary and an excellent benefits package!

Interested please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply immediately.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Junior Assembly Technician

Due to additional customer demand, a great opportunity is now available for a Junior Technician to join a specialist equipment manufacturer, to assist with the build and assembly of equipment, purpose built to customer specification.

You will be part of a small but skilled team, who focus on product quality and quality of service to their customers.

The Company has an experienced team covering the UK and customers throughout the UK, Europe and Africa.

Duties will include:

• The wiring of systems, working from electrical drawings.
• The mechanical build and assemble of components and final systems assembly.
• The fabrication and build of pipework, pumps and control systems.
• The use of ABS Solvent & PVC gluing and the testing of systems.

Skills & Experience:

• A desire and ability to learn, follow instruction and be trained to become a Multi-Skilled Technician is key.
• Previous assembly experience is desirable
• Basic electrical wiring skills
• Ability to use or be trained in the use of power tools for assembly tasks
• Experience in the use of hand tools
• Good practical assembly and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• A Driving Licence is advantageous

Interested, please apply now or call Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Stores & Stock Control Assistant

A leading specialist equipment manufacturer require an experienced Stock Controller/Stores Person for their production facility. The primary focus for the role is to ensure a high level of inventory control both internally and throughout the company supply chain, to provide constant flow of components to manufacturing and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Entering details of all goods received onto the ERP system ensuring the items received match the purchase order, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Control of all stock parts from time of receipt through to distribution to stock, kits and works orders.
• Ensuring that all parts are adequately labelled, located, part numbered and logged.
• Picking kits of parts for manufacturing technicians
• Issue stock using ERP software.
• Perform stock checks as necessary to ensure stock counts match the ERP system.
• Packing parcels for despatch and ensuring shipping documentation is raised.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods.
• General stores housekeeping and ensure the stores area is clean & tidy.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods including forklift work as required.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous Stock Control and Stores/Warehouse experience
• MS office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience of ERP systems would be an advantage.
• High level of accuracy.
• Able to communicate and liaise effectively with people of all levels.
• Good English Language and Maths skills.
• A current counterbalance forklift truck licence would be an advantage but not essential

Interested - Please call Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply online immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Food QC Assistant - Nights

Job description

A rapidly expanding, prestige food provider, offering pre prepared, fine dining experiences to a broad range of commercial and private customers, requires an additional Night Shift, Quality Control Assistant to join a busy QC team.

Based at a state-of-the-art facility in Bicester, this role will play a crucial part in ensuring that food meets the highest standards, before it reaches the companies elite customers.

The Role:

As the Night Quality Control Lead, you will:

• Conduct final checks on all food items, ensuring correct packaging per job sheets.
• Plate and prepare food items as needed.
• Oversee the safe packaging of food for transit to airports.
• Analyse food quality and feedback, and develop action plans with the Head Chef.
• Support inflight deliveries to airports during quieter periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality Control: Ensure all food meets the highest standards, is plated in the correct packaging, and presented per specifications, with special attention to allergens and dietary restrictions.
• Restocking: Ensure kitchen and QC packaging areas are fully stocked for the next day's operations.
• Preparation: Prepare fresh juices and smoothies according to specific order requirements.
• Stock Management: Coordinate with the kitchen and operations team regarding daily used items like milk, bread, and fruit.
• Time Management: Ensure all food is packed on time for the driver to meet delivery schedules.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of food and allergens, ideally at a Sous Chef level.
• Excellent attention to detail and understanding of quality control processes.
• Valid UK Driving License.
• Flexibility and reliability are essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities to earn additional income.
• CAA training provided (valid for 3 years).

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for high-quality food and service, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply now!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Do you have excellent administrative skills? Do you have previous experience in purchasing and have used MRP/ERP/SAP or similar? Would you be interested in completing your CIPS qualification ? Join our client as an Assistant Buyer.

As Assistant Buyer you will:

• Source & place orders
• Negotiate lower pricing whenever possible
• Maintain supplier details on the MRP system and review supplier performance
• Maintain minimum stock levels against MRP requirements
• Progress chasing outstanding PO's in liaison with Production Control
• Assist Stores personnel when required including stocktaking etc.

As Assistant Buyer you will have :

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong administrative experience
• Experience using MRP/ERP/SAP or similar
• Self motivated and ability to multi task
• Previous experience in purchasing or similar type role
• The willingness to learn, continue or complete CIPS
• For a full job spec please apply asap

Benefits include: Free parking , Pension, Death in Service, EA and much more

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Stores & Stock Control Assistant

A leading specialist equipment manufacturer require an experienced Stock Controller/Stores Person for their production facility. The primary focus for the role is to ensure a high level of inventory control both internally and throughout the company supply chain, to provide constant flow of components to manufacturing and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Carry out basic inspection of goods received - checking for damage to, quantity of and quality of items received.
• Entering details of all goods received onto the ERP system ensuring the items received match the purchase order, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Control of all stock parts from time of receipt through to distribution to stock, kits and works orders.
• Ensuring that all parts are adequately labelled, located, part numbered and logged.
• Picking kits of parts for manufacturing technicians
• Issue stock using ERP software.
• Perform stock checks as necessary to ensure stock counts match the ERP system.
• Packing parcels for despatch and ensuring shipping documentation is raised.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods.
• General stores housekeeping and ensure the stores area is clean & tidy.
• Manual and mechanical handling of goods including forklift work as required.

Skills & Experience:

• Previous Stock Control and Stores/Warehouse experience
• MS office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience of ERP systems would be an advantage.
• High level of accuracy.
• Able to communicate and liaise effectively with people of all levels.
• Good English Language and Maths skills.
• A current counterbalance forklift truck licence would be an advantage but not essential

Interested - Please call Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply online immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Assistant Buyer / Buyer

The Business

An innovative, University of Oxford spin-out, involved in the design and manufacture of revolutionary equipment, requires an Assistant Buyer/Buyer, to join a small team of dedicated Engineers, Technicians and Supply Chain Professionals.

The products are deployed globally, in a variety of industries, used in a number of highly regulated processes.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact business operations
• Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications
• Ensure compliance with company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures throughout the procurement process
• Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation - including maintaining supplier long lead order updates
• Contact suppliers to resolve issues with price, quality, delivery, or invoice
• Raise purchase orders as and when required - including internal purchase requisitions daily and utilising the MRP system
• Using expediting pressure as appropriate to ensure that raw materials are delivered in time to achieve production schedules.
• Operate non-conforming product process with direction from QHSE and SSCM

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in purchasing, MRP and Stock control within a similar role preferred
• Background in Manufacturing/Production purchasing is preferable with an understanding of current purchase and supplier control processes
• High standard of numeracy and strong computer literacy
• Good negotiation and verbal communication skills
• Organised approach to work with good attention to detail and time management
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to think proactively and prioritise work
• Ability to use own initiative and judgment
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, willingness to learn, and team orientated
• Good knowledge of MS Office and general IT familiarity

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are currently looking for a temporary Administration Assistant to work for our client based in Witney on an ongoing basis.

Key responsibilities:

• Answering the telephone
• Matching invoices to purchase orders
• Post
• General administrative support to the team

The ideal candidate will have...

• Good IT skills using Excel, Word, and Outlook
• The ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written

Hours of work:

• 9.00-5pm Monday to Friday

Please apply directly or call Dawn on 01869 321322 for more information.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Junior Electronics Engineer

A great opportunity in now available with a small, specialist equipment manufacturer, based close to Oxford.

Duties:

• Design, develop, and test electronic systems and components for various applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications
• Create and maintain technical documentation including schematics, diagrams, and test procedures
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate design options to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
• Troubleshoot and debug electronic systems to identify and resolve issues
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance product performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Proficiency in MicroStation, MATLAB, AutoCAD, and other relevant software tools
• Strong knowledge of system design principles and methodologies
• Experience with programming languages such as Perl, Python, C++, etc.
• Solid understanding of debugging techniques and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical knowledge for integration of electronic systems into larger assemblies

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are currently looking for a temporary Administration Assistant to work for our client based in Witney on an ongoing basis.

Key responsibilities:

• Answering the telephone
• Matching invoices to purchase orders
• Post
• General administrative support to the team

The ideal candidate will have...

• Good IT skills using Excel, Word, and Outlook
• The ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written

Hours of work:

• 9.00-5pm Monday to Friday

Please apply directly or call Dawn on 01869 321322 for more information.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Junior Electronics Engineer

A great opportunity in now available with a small, specialist equipment manufacturer, based close to Oxford.

Duties:

• Design, develop, and test electronic systems and components for various applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications
• Create and maintain technical documentation including schematics, diagrams, and test procedures
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate design options to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness
• Troubleshoot and debug electronic systems to identify and resolve issues
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance product performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Proficiency in MicroStation, MATLAB, AutoCAD, and other relevant software tools
• Strong knowledge of system design principles and methodologies
• Experience with programming languages such as Perl, Python, C++, etc.
• Solid understanding of debugging techniques and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical knowledge for integration of electronic systems into larger assemblies

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403 or apply immediately!

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Junior /Trainee Assembly Technician

Due to additional customer demand, an great opportunity is now available for a Junior/ Trainee Technician to join a specialist equipment manufacturer.

You will assist with the build and assembly of equipment which is purpose built, to customer specification.

You will be part of a small but skilled team, who focus on product quality and quality of service to their customers.

The Company has an experienced team with customers throughout the UK, Europe and Africa.

Duties will include:

• The wiring of systems, working from electrical drawings.
• The mechanical build and assemble of components and final systems assembly.
• The fabrication and build of pipework, pumps and control systems.
• The use of ABS Solvent & PVC gluing and the testing of systems.

Skills & Experience:

• A desire and ability to learn, follow instruction and be trained to become a Multi-Skilled Technician is key.
• Previous assembly experience is desirable
• Basic electrical wiring skills or knowledge
• Ability to use or be trained in the use of power tools for assembly tasks
• Experience in the use of hand tools
• Good practical assembly and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• A Driving Licence is advantageous

Interested, please call Graeme at Vibe Recruit today on 07971 309403 or email

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Junior CAD Operator

A specialist environmental consultancy, based in South Oxfordshire, require a Junior CAD Operator to assist with the creation of accurate building services schematic diagrams and drawings.
You will be part of an experienced team, who offer expert knowledge and guidance to reassure clients that the environment they operate in is safe and compliant.

Duties include:

• Producing schematic drawings from small to large building water systems.
• Using AutoCAD to create accurate schematic
• Create schematic drawings in line with specific, industry standard compliance regulations
• Analyse and identify anomalies in draft vs schematic drawings in partnership with the team

Skills & Experience:

• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD to create schematic drawings
• Strong IT skills across MS Suite - Word, Excel & Outlook
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communicator - able to build key relations via phone, email, and virtual meetings
• Strong ability to learn new systems, processes, and procedures

This role is available immediately

Interested, please contact Graeme at Vibe Recruit on 07971 309403

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.