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Buyer

Employer
Confidential
Location
Burnley
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
26 Jan 2022

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Specialist Area
Buyer
Sector
Retail
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
The Lendlock Group are hiring a Buyer

We consist of varying businesses who are all involved in the packaging industry.

What are we known for? - Developing potential, driving progress; delivering the world's packaging.

Our Mission - Operating in a dynamic working environment, the Lendlock Group of companies share a unified philosophy; combine local aptitude with progressive technologies, to meet the global requirements of the packaging industry. Our approach ensures we surpass the expectations of our customers, while supporting the aspirations of our staff.

Our products include:

•Metal Pressing, Anodizing and Assembling

•Plastic Extrusion and Injection Moulding

•Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical Engineering and Maintenance •Loading, Handling and Inspecting

•Sales, Procurement and Customer service

•Warehousing, Transport and Logistic

Due to expansion and continued growth, we are seeking a sharp and intelligent individual to join our team as a Buyer. The successful candidate will be self motivated and thrive on challenges. A background in packaging would be advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

?? Manage company stock levels using forecasting and back-order processes.

?? Raise purchase orders with suppliers.

?? Expedite orders to ensure on-time deliveries

?? 3-Way matching of supplier invoicing.

?? Calculate delivered costs for solutions

?? Maintain relationships with key suppliers (Worldwide).

?? Support sales team to provide quick responses to customer enquiries.

?? Ensure all suppliers and products comply to current (and future) legislation and quality requirements.

?? Liaise and assist Sales on NPD projects.

?? Product drawing and document control.

?? Supplier and customer questionnaire completion.

?? Regular reporting to senior management.

?? Organise Sample Stock for New Ranges.

?? Any other reasonable tasks required by the company.

Required Skills, Experience and Requirements

?? Minimum 2-3 years' experience in similar role or CIPS qualified.

?? Strong technical background ideal but not essential.

?? Primary packaging experience an advantage.

?? Ability to problem solve and 'think outside the box'.

?? Highly process driven with excellent file management skills.

?? Ability to work autonomously.

?? Clear, articulate and effective communicator.

?? Excellent negotiation skills essential.

?? Excellent communication skills with suppliers, both verbal and written.

As a business overall, we encourage and support progression. So if you are looking for a role where you can expand your current skills and you would like to know more, then get in touch with us.

The role will be based at our site in Burnley. The salary will largely depend on experience

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