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- The Purchasing Lead will play a fundamental role in the success of the supply chain department, they will own and be accountable for the purchasing process.
- Keeping on top of trends in the market, getting competitive quotes from an established supplier list (and seeking new suppliers when required).
Client Details
- My client are a global business and are experts in their area operating for over 100 years
- The team works closely with customers and partners to identify their specific needs and design a cost-effective and tailored solution that meets their unique requirements
Description
- Maintaining, evaluating and supporting supplier relationships using excellent verbal and written communication skills is key to success in this position.
- Raising and maintain purchase orders via the ERP system for both sites of the UK.
- This Position offers a path for development.
- Place orders from suggestions from the ERP system and from internal PO requests for both sites in the UK.
- Chase overdue and upcoming orders for both sites in the UK.
- Liaise with suppliers to expedite, cancel or push back orders according to system demand.
- Maintain accurate records for all purchasing activities ensuring that information is always up to date and correct
- Attend both off- and on-site visits with suppliers for audit purposes.
- Attend daily production meetings and work closely with the Production Planning team
- Work with the other teams to make sure demand is satisfied. Some travel to another site will be required.
- Use Lean5S training to actively review the purchasing procedures and work instructions and eliminate any waste in the processes.
- Be flexible and willing to involve yourself in other tasks as required by the company.
Profile
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills.*Proven negotiations skills to secure discounts whilst maintaining excellent relationships with suppliers.*Excellent verbal and written communication skills.*Previous experience in a manufacturing purchasing environment.*Ability to react quickly to changes in demand.*Experience with ERP systems.*Full clean driving licence
Job Offer
- Salary from £28,000-£35,000
- Hybrid Working (3 days on site, 2 days remote once probation passed after 6 months)
- Learning and Development budget for long term progression (interview discussion)
- Flexi time (Core hours 10-3 Monday to Thursday, no core hours Fridays. Able to work between 6am and 7pm Monday to Thursday, 6am - 6pm on a Friday, hours can be condensed down to provide a flexi Friday off work if there is cover in the department)
- 37.5 hours per week
- PRP bonus scheme
- 2 Employee support programs (Medicash and Unum)
- Company pension scheme
- 24 days holiday (plus the bank holidays) which can increase up to 30 days based on time served.
- Sabbatical scheme for long term service
