Technical Procurement

Technical Procurement Manager

North Kent

Monday – Friday 40 hours per week

Temporary 12-month assignment

£45,000 DOE

Fantastic stand alone position for a strong, process driven Purchasing Manager to join a manufacturing company offering the opportunity to take ownership of all Purchasing activities

Duties include:

• Preparing all control system quotations.
• Building fantastic relationships with suppliers, including researching new options for the business
• Preparing control systems technical submittals
• Purchasing stock/ control system materials
• Negotiating prices
• Extensive accurate reporting
• Deploying PLC/SCADA applications for control system projects.
• Being alert to market changes in terms of cost
• Develop and research new and existing supply chains.

You will have/be:

• Strong, solid Purchasing experience at a senior level from a Manufacturing background
• The ability to work independently
• Good working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC and SCADA.
• ComAp, Deep-sea generator control knowledge.
• Experience in generator automation commissioning/ development (Rockwell automation, SCADA systems)
• Good working knowledge in Electrical installation/ Automation controls
• Able and willing to work from the office – no hybrid working due to industry
• The ability to assimilate technical information with ease
• A proven track record in developing a good working relationship with suppliers
• Numerate with a good grasp on accurate reporting
• An excellent communicator

This is a great opportunity for a highly organised, methodical, and confident Purchasing Controller looking to make a role their own. This organisation have a low staff turnover, a positive and collaborative culture and an established reputation in their field. Salary is dependent on experience.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply online for immediate consideration!

 T his role is being handled by Sammy Messenger, Senior Consultant - Business Support at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.

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