I am seeking a professional Assistant Buyer to join an established and reputable organisation just outside Marple.
Full time, part time or 'school hours' will be considered.
The succesful candidate with be able to -
- deliver a comprehensive buying function for the business, supporting the business in the efficient delivery of a wide range of bespoke manufacturing projects.
- Procuring quality products in a cost efficient and timely manner is a priority for this role
- adhere to the buying processes, policies and frameworks.
- assist in the procurement of standard and bespoke goods and materials, at best value.
- be involved in the procurement of waste management services, at best value.
- support and manage our existing supply chain partners - negotiating rebates and setting up credit accounts where possible.
- To identify and communicate opportunities for new supply chain partners to the Operations Manager.
- provide cover for any person within the Buying team as required
- assist in reconciling credit card receipts for purchases.
- assist in the stock control and purchasing process of company clothing and Personal Protective Clothing (PPE).
- assist in producing and evaluating buying statistics.
- raise Purchase Orders in Javelin, manage invoice queries and chase orders where required.
- have previous knowledge of the buying process and experience of negotiation.
- have ideally a minimum of 12 months previous experience of using Javelin or a similar buying/accounts system.
Please contact me in the strictest of confidence to discuss this opportunity in more depth.