About Our Client
* My client are a well established brand, who care about the communities they serve
* They are going through a period of growth, meaning progression is on the horizon
* They are passionate about Learning and Development and will support your ongoing development
Job Description
* Take ownership and responsibility for a set number of suppliers / categories
* Take ownership and responsibility for Custom, Standard, Raw materials and Service related purchases
* Manage the purchase order process including placing, chasing and closing
* Daily expediting of purchase orders
* Communicate changes/delays in a timely and effective way to relevant stakeholders
* Responsible for price changes and handling of initial negotiations
* Provide suggestions for alternative vendors (when required) with supporting analysis
* Responsible for lead-time accuracy, MOQ, MOV, payment terms, drop ship conditions
* Responsible for invoice queries relating to your purchase orders
* Take the lead and suggest supplier SKU rationalisation / source alternative products where applicable
* Take actions as required in response to daily, weekly and monthly reports
* Support Product Management with sourcing, market or vendor intelligence
The Successful Applicant
* Purchasing Officer - FMCG in Ipswich will have experience of:
* Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
* Has experience in a fast paced environment
* Minimum 3 years operational experience in a high pressured, Purchasing Department with a track record of high level accomplishment
* Passionate and self-motivated
* Happy to challenge decisions at all levels when required
* Computer Literate - with a comprehensive knowledge in the use of MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Google Mail.
* Ability to extract and analyse data from different sources
* Advantage, working towards CIPS
What's on Offer
* Buyer - Ipswich (On Site) package includes:
* Salary flexible based on experience
* Pension
* Bonus Potential up to 10%
* Wellbeing Support including health cash plan
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