Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager
- Employer
- Confidential
- Location
- Worcester
- Salary
- 35000.00 - 40000.00 GBP Annual + TBD at Interview
- Closing date
- 14 Dec 2021
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- Specialist Area
- Buyer
- Sector
- Engineering
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Brief Role Description:
Due to business growth, we need an enthusiastic Purchasing Manager who is looking to get stuck in to an exciting, busy, and friendly team.
Responsibilities:
* Source and order all raw materials including sheet plastic and any items related to the production of our finished moulded and assembled products.
* Negotiate prices, payment terms and SLA's.
* Research new materials which give our company a technical advantage, bringing newness and innovation to our customers.
* Stay informed of developments and market activity on a global level, building a wide knowledge and expertise of what you are buying and the industry.
* Work closely with the Engineering department to clearly identify the correct materials required for each product and arranging sample sheet as required.
* Liaise with the Production and Sales teams regarding lead times to ensure materials are delivered in line with the production plan and customer deadlines.
* Proactively seek to reduce unit costs and total spend with suppliers whilst maintaining superb quality.
About You:
* Knowledge of plastic materials, ideally sheet plastic an advantage.
* Experienced negotiator
* Excellent communication skills
* Well organised with a high attention to detail
* Works well under pressure
* CIP's qualification desirable but not essential
* Proven track record within a buying role
* Previous purchasing experience essential
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now.
Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don't hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions - Therefore, If you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
Due to business growth, we need an enthusiastic Purchasing Manager who is looking to get stuck in to an exciting, busy, and friendly team.
Responsibilities:
* Source and order all raw materials including sheet plastic and any items related to the production of our finished moulded and assembled products.
* Negotiate prices, payment terms and SLA's.
* Research new materials which give our company a technical advantage, bringing newness and innovation to our customers.
* Stay informed of developments and market activity on a global level, building a wide knowledge and expertise of what you are buying and the industry.
* Work closely with the Engineering department to clearly identify the correct materials required for each product and arranging sample sheet as required.
* Liaise with the Production and Sales teams regarding lead times to ensure materials are delivered in line with the production plan and customer deadlines.
* Proactively seek to reduce unit costs and total spend with suppliers whilst maintaining superb quality.
About You:
* Knowledge of plastic materials, ideally sheet plastic an advantage.
* Experienced negotiator
* Excellent communication skills
* Well organised with a high attention to detail
* Works well under pressure
* CIP's qualification desirable but not essential
* Proven track record within a buying role
* Previous purchasing experience essential
Job Application:
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply to send a copy of your full CV - or call us now.
Whilst this position may not be of interest to you or suit your skills and experience, please don't hesitate to get in contact with a member of the team at Willcox Matthews to understand how we can support you.
We receive a large number of applications for all of our positions - Therefore, If you have not received a response within 10 working days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK
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