We have an opportunity for a Stock Administrator to join our experienced team working from our Head Office in Huddersfield on a full time, temporary basis to cover maternity leave.
Myers Building and Timber Supplies has 17 branches throughout Yorkshire and is part of the family-owned Myers Group. We are looking to recruit a motivated individual with a positive attitude to join our Procurement Team, where we currently have a committed and experienced team ordering a range of building materials into the branch network as well as offering a high-class business support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful family business with strong links to the local community.
In return for your hard work and commitment as our Stock Administrator you will receive a competitive salary in addition to great benefits such as:
* Excellent Holiday Allowance (including day off on your birthday) which increases with length of Service.
* Buy/sell holiday allowance.
* Pension Scheme.
* Training & Development Programs to help meet your career ambitions.
* Staff Discounts at All Our Builders Merchants.
* Access to Our Employee Assistance Program 24/7.
* Free Physio Treatment as/when required.
* On Site Parking.
* We close over Christmas & New Year, so our employees get a nice long break over the festive period.
The Stock Administrator duties and key responsibilities:
* Maintain agreed stock levels and availability and liaise with branches to investigate and address any issues.
* Use core operating systems to identify order requirements and produce purchase orders.
* Order goods and/or services against an agreed specification, price, lead time and terms and conditions.
* Manage stock allocations, ensuring the branches are using all their allotted volume.
* Ensure goods are delivered to the right place at the right time, proactively addressing issues so that stock availability is not impacted.
* Liaise with the Buying Team to ensure forward orders are placed on the system for products on extended lead times.
* Check all acknowledgements to purchase orders and make any necessary amendments.
* Expedite all POs in a timely manner ensuring there are none overdue over 48hrs.
* Liaise with the Buying Team to ensure we are placing orders that access the best costs prices and highlight any supplier/purchasing issues.
* Advise branches of extended lead times on suppliers and support them to ensure that stock availability is maintained.
* Liaise with the Buying team to find a solution when carriage paid cannot be achieved.
* Support branches in the reduction of dead and slow moving stock.
* Support Buying team and branches with stock cleanses.
* Reduce carriage costs where possible.
* Maintain electronic and hard copy files.
* Any other reasonable duties which may be required by the Company from time to time, as instructed by or under the direction of your immediate supervisor.
* Build relationships with branches and suppliers to achieve the best outcomes.
To become our Stock Administrator you must have the following skills, experience and attributes:
* IT literate.
* Ability to prioritise and work individually or within a team.
* Confident and professional telephone manner.
* Be self-driven, genuine with an enthusiastic and positive attitude.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines.
* Must have an eye for detail.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Must be self-motivated, have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to solve problems at source.
* Previous experience in a similar role or an administration role.
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am till 4.30pm
If you feel you have all the skills and knowledge required to join our team as a Stock Administrator, please click 'Apply' today.
Unfortunately, we cannot respond to all applications so if you have not heard from us within 3 weeks of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: £25,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person