Job Description & Requirements

Duties & Responsibilities:

Supplier selection and annual contract negotiation.
Ensure components /materials are supplied to satisfy manufacturing.
Supplier development. SRM (Supplier Relationship Management)
Identify potential ways to reduce costs. VFM (Value for Money)
Cross functional support to other departments e.g Design, Marketing, Finance, Planning, Distribution and Engineering.
Management and support for both/and or Direct or Indirect purchases over £1000.
Supplier visits and assessments, UK and overseas (as and when required).
Reduce material lead times.
Effective application and administration of processes to achieve the above duties.
Deliver VA/VE savings. ( Value Added/Value Engineering)
Deliver PPV (Purchase Price Variations ) savings in line with annual targets.
Supplier rationalisation. SRM (Supply Relationship Management)
Maintain commodity price tracker.
Support Purchasing Director in specific projects as required.
Comply with Health and Safety responsibilities as defined in the company health and safety policy and ensure these are adequately delegated in the absence of the job holder.
and any other duties required to assist in supporting the achievement of Company objectives

Person Profile:

Team Player
Ability to manage seasonal work pressures and demands and demonstrate flexibility.
Organised and self-motivated.
Positive,” can-do attitude”.
Good negotiation skills.
Professional approach. CIPS qualified an advantage.
Ability to establish relationships with supplier base.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Good computer skills.
Basic understanding of contract law.

Educationand/or Experience

Graduate /HND level
Ideally CIPS qualified.
SAP Experience.
3-5 years direct purchasing experience.
Background in fast moving/high volume manufacturing.
Experience in International sourcing.
VA/VE skills.
Track record of achieving cost reductions.
Product knowledge e.g., packaging, rubber mouldings, fastenings, plastic materials.