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At Ignite Recruitment Services we strongly believe in “being of service” to our clients. We make it a point to ensure that the experience candidates and clients have with us is only a positive one.
Our client is now looking for a Joinery Buyer.
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Plan and manage the purchase of goods, services, and bespoke items, including reviewing, comparing, and evaluating received prices.
- Procure goods, materials, or services within specified budgets, quality standards, and project timelines.
- Prepare quotations and raise purchase orders.
- Coordinate with suppliers, production teams, and colleagues to ensure materials and products are available in the correct quantities and on time.
- Provide detailed briefs to suppliers and contractors, ensuring they understand the exact requirements. Conduct quality checks at supplier factories to ensure work meets expected standards.
- Maintain positive relationships while negotiating specifications, pricing, and deadlines.
- Manage and update the Workshop Quote Log and Monthly Project Report to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Keep supplier information current and organized.
- Develop ideas and processes to enhance efficiency and support continuous improvement efforts.
About You:
- Organized, confident, and quick-thinking with a resilient personality suited to a dynamic work environment.
- Familiarity with all aspects of production, including metalwork, plastic fabrication, joinery, spray shop, and LED technology.
- Proficient in using Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Apple MacBook.
- Must live within a commutable distance of Stevenage, Hertfordshire.
- Previous experience in a joinery-related role is essential.
Additional Information:
- Full-time position based in the Stevenage office, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
- Occasional travel may be required.
- Potential for additional hours during peak production periods.
- 25 days of holiday per year.
- Enrolled in a statutory government pension scheme.
