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SalaryPurchasing Manager Office Machine Consumables.
Accrington, Lancs
PPC Solutions Ltd is a well-established manufacturer and provider of parts and supplies for printers and photocopiers.
Selling into the trade in the UK and Ireland for over 40 years, the company has a very good reputation in the industry.
We are a small team, and this role is of crucial importance to the future growth and development of the business.
Purchasing Manager Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Negotiate price and contract terms with new and existing suppliers.
- Manage supply chain partners.
- Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing requirements.
- Ensure regular contact with the team, including Sales and Customer Service to minimise any issues which may impact customer requirements.
- Progress and expedite POs to ensure consistent and timely supply of products and components.
- Maintain MRP data in relation to min/max stock levels.
- Update ERP system with order details / delivery details.
- Plan production schedule for items built in-house.
- Drive New Product Development and launch.
- Keep product specifications database updated.
- Pursue a continuous improvement ethos in respect of supply chain operations.
- Maintain regular contact with key suppliers, resolving any problems, making improvement and maintaining service levels and efficiencies.
- Ensuring the prompt return of any stock that is deemed unfit for use back to the Supplier
- Identifying areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results
- Managing overall direction, coordination and evaluation of procurement for the organisation
- Reportees - 1 Purchasing Assistant.
Purchasing Manager Experience:
- At least 5 years experience in a senior purchasing role.
- Experience working in a Manufacturing or Engineering environment.
- Proven capability in delivering cost savings and making strategic improvements.
- IT Literacy - Must have a good knowledge of Excel ( Vlookup, filtering, Formatting, data management) as well as Word, PowerPoint etc. Some previous knowledge of Microsoft Navision and / or Business Central would be advantageous.
- Understanding of budget control and budget management.
- Attention to detail is of obvious importance.
- Proven problem-solving skills and strategic thinking abilities.
- Track record of cost optimization
- Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate with suppliers for favourable terms.
- Competent and confident within a finance team and in dealing with the wider business.
- Good at honest open communication skills /
- Excellent interpersonal skills can get on with all stake holders / colleagues.
