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Purchaser (Chemical / Manufacturing), Bridgwater
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Location: Bridgwater, United Kingdom
Job Category: Retail
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: aa075dcbc320
Job Views: 1
Posted: 08.05.2025
Expiry Date: 22.06.2025
Job Description:
Purchaser (Chemical / Manufacturing)
Competitive Salary + 21 days holiday + Bank Holiday + ability to increase holiday up to 26 days + Death in service + Pension Scheme + salary sacrifice + early Friday finish
Working Monday to Friday (Monday-Thursday 8-5pm & Friday)
Bridgwater - commutable from Chard, Cullompton, Honiton, Tiverton, Burnham-on-Sea, Taunton, Glastonbury, Weston-Super-Mare, Yeovil, Minehead, Clevedon
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Purchaser from a Manufacturing background seeking the next step in your career, working with a passionate & motivated team within a global organization.
The role involves utilizing your purchasing skills to ensure optimal performance and support company growth, reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, and managing procurement activities.
The position offers a healthy work-life balance with an early finish on Fridays, located in Bridgwater and surrounding areas.
The role
* Manage procurement activities including vendor relationships, negotiations, and contract management.
* Order replenishment and progress tracking of sourced finished products.
* Setup and maintenance of supplier accounts and vendor pricing in the ERP system.
* Support Operations and Quality in investigating supplier issues and measuring vendor performance.
* Contribute to Continuous Improvement within the Supply Chain.
The person
* Minimum 5 years' procurement experience, preferably in manufacturing or chemical industries.
* Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and large product portfolios.
* Strong negotiation skills and experience in cost reduction.
* Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
* Self-motivated with strong collaborative abilities.
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