Buyer

Description:

Buyer

Peterlee

Salary negotiable DOE

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be working with an organisation in Peterlee on the appointment of a Buyer to join their team on a permanent basis. Working in a supportive and friendly team of 6 people, this role will manage inbound supply, supplier relationships and stock management.

Working hours can be flexible on either 08:00-16:00, 08:30-16:30 or 09:00-17:00 depending on preference. They offer hybrid working of 1 day per week working from home and there is a bonus scheme included post-probationary period.

CIPS funding is on offer as part of the package and holidays are 20 days plus bank holidays.

The Role:

* Manage the purchase and replenishment of stock

* Manage the direct supply chain of the business maximising incentives, structuring deliveries, and minimising the cost of stock movements.

* Understand depot stock requirements, rotations, and supply patterns.

* Forecasting for seasonality spikes

* Key point of contact for major accounts from a stock perspective

* Negotiate with all departments and depots to achieve effective stock movements throughout the business

* Constant liaising with sales, warehouse and finance departments regarding delivery progress, issues, and requirements

* Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.

* Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.

* Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory, with a high degree of forecasting ahead of seasonal variations

* Ensuring that all listed products meet the required quality standards and specifications requirements

* Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.

* To enhance, progress and leverage supplier relationships

* Deliver credible, insight led & actionable recommendations to support the growth of the business

* Report KPI’s to the business at regular intervals

* Manage the direct supply chain of the business maximising incentives, structuring deliveries, and minimising the cost of stock movements

* Key point of contact for key customer accounts

The Person:

* Ideally 3 years' plus in a purchasing role

* A ‘can do’ attitude and positive approach

* Dynamic and creative with analytical integrity

* Forward thinking and proactive

* Key eye for detail for reporting and analysis

* Logical thinker with excellent organisational skills

* Ability to lead by example

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

* Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.

Interviews to take place ASAP with a June or July 2024 start date available. For more information, please get in touch with Gemma Yeadon - Principal Consultant | Procurement at Jackson Hogg