Purchasing Executive (UK and Overseas)
An exciting new role in our Purchasing department is now available at the British Ironwork Centre
Working alongside our Purchasing Manager, we are seeking a purchasing executive. Working directly with suppliers, this role entails liaising over pricing orders and product sourcing.
Primary responsibilities include:
* Manage purchasing and procurement activities and processes
* Source and develop new product lines
* Create accurate forecasts of product demand based on past sales and direction from senior management.
* Order stock/services/products/materials and manage the logistics of obtaining the stock in a timely manner in line with business requirements
* Maintaining accurate product inventory levels and system information
* Managing expenditure in line with budgets set
* Review product prices (including those of the raw materials) to ensure we are buying as efficiently as possible.
* Manage supplier relationships effectively via email/telephone and face to face
* Ensure the purchasing system is kept up to date, stock booked in, ordered correctly and accurate
* Meet or exceed targets and KPI's set
* Being available for correspondence outside of typical working hours due to time zone differences if required.
* Liaise with different channel managers (online, store, telephone, marketing) and review channel performance in order to maximise purchasing accuracy
Candidate requirements:
* Experience of working in a purchasing department (essential)
* Knowledge of Linnworks (desired)
* Strong Microsoft Office skills
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Engaging, enthusiastic and motivated
* Confident and pleasant demeanor.
* Well-presented and approachable.
* Good planning and analytical forecasting skills
Friendly, fun and supportive working environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent
Benefits:
* Company events
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday, with extra when needed
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person