Buyer/ Purchaser
To support our company Buying team on a day to day basis. Contacting and building relationships with suppliers obtaining quotes and ensuring timely delivery of products and services where demand dictates. Undertaking full range of procurement activities to support the business.
- Closing Date:TBC
- Job Location:Nelson, Head Office
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Contract Type
Full time -
Salary
Dependent on previous experience -
Hours
40 hours per week
Typical Responsibilties
- Research the marketplace for suppliers for price comparisons
- Negotiate pricing with suppliers
- Work to determined time scales
- Provide feedback to the Requesters (Project Management, Estimating/Design Department & Installation teams)
- Raise Purchase Orders/Sales Orders
- Cost control awareness
- Adhere to Purchasing practices
- Develop/Manage Analytical Report on cost savings achieved
- Undertake full range of procurement activities including obtaining supplier prices, negotiation and purchase order placement.
- Review and develop existing suppliers, negotiate contracts/SLA’s, improve and optimise payment terms and look for long term partnerships with year on year cost improvements
Person Specification
Candidates shall be able to demonstrate the necessary qualifications, experience, skills, and traits to meet the requirements set below. Requirements for the role shall be evidenced on the application form and in the interview process. Please use the following as guidance when completing the further information section of your application form.
| Qualifications | Essential / Desirable | To be identified by |
|---|---|---|
| CIPS qualified or working towards | Desirable | Application |
| Experience | Essential / Desirable | To be identified by |
|---|---|---|
| An understanding or experience of MRP/ERP Systems inc. SAGE 1000 | Desirable | Interview / Application |
| Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing/construction environment | Desirable | Interview / Application |
| Proven ability to build strong supplier relationships | Desirable | Interview / Application |
| Skills / Abilities | Essential / Desirable | To be identified by |
|---|---|---|
| Excellent customer service skills | Essential | Interview / Application |
| Great telephone manner | Essential | Interview / Application |
| Excellent oral and written communication skills | Essential | Interview / Application |
| Ability to maintain accuracy through data and systems | Essential | Interview / Application |
| Able to communicate effectively with staff and suppliers at varying levels | Essential | Interview |
| Strong organisational skills | Essential | Interview |
| Other | Essential / Desirable | To be identified by |
|---|---|---|
| Strong character, calm under pressure | Desirable | Interview |
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Email your CV, job application form and any relevant further information to recruitment@protec.co.uk
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