Position Summary
To ensure the timely, correct and cost efficient provision of materials for manufacturing, re-sale and non-production items. Ensuring that OnTime Delivery to Customers is maintained.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
* GCSE English & Maths required. Relevant Degree / CIPS desirable.
Experience
* 3 years of experience in material planning and purchasing.
Knowledge
* Working knowledge of Purchasing techniques and proven track record of cost savings and process improvement.
Skills
* Strong attention to detail.
* Good organisational skills.
* Use of MS Office Applications.
* Strong communication skills.
Job Responsibilities
* Procurement of components and finished goods in a timely, cost effective and correct manner.
* Procurement of ‘non-production’ materials, equipment, machinery and consumables in a timely, cost-effective manner.
* Sourcing new suppliers as desirable or necessary.
* Design, implementation and maintenance of Vendor Management Programme.
* Liaising with Production Manager to ensure efficient provision of materials and provide correct delivery times to customers and delivery information to Sales.
* Monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information.
* Maintain purchasing databases/ERP parameters to ensure efficient material flow.
* Maintain a safe working environment which complies with all aspects of the company H&S policies.
* Fully support companies SC21 activities and objectives.
* Any other reasonable activity as requested by line manager.
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