REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Well-developed negotiation skills and proven track record of procurement success.
• Expert in Supplier Relationship Management.
• Legal understanding of Terms and Conditions of contract for the purchase of goods and services.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be self-motivated, have strong interpersonal skills and have the ability to solve problems at source.
• Must possess excellent organisation skills and good time management.
• Must be self-driven, friendly and genuine with a positive attitude and clear focus.
• Ability to meet project deadlines
• Organisational and problems solving skills
• Being influential, confident and motivated
• Being logical and decisive
• Being objective, flexible and independent
• Encouraging fellow co-workers
• Ability to handle stressful experiences
• Demonstrate tact, professionalism and diplomacy in all situations
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: Up to £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bollington SK10: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Procurement: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CIPS (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

JOB ROLE:

The role of Procurement Officer will assume responsibility for the effective procurement of all goods into the Group, ensuring best value is achieved and enabling the business to operate efficiently and effectively at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE INCLUDE:

• Processing purchase orders & returns in a timely manner, to achieve project deadlines.
• Conduct Supplier Relationship Management and Supplier Performance Management to gain maximum value through procurement relationships.
• Ensure appropriate credentials for all suppliers and manage a supplier approval process to minimize risk. (NDA)
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of procurement strategy, policy and procedures to drive out purchasing inefficiencies.
• Take rapid action in identifying supplier underperformance and report issues to the Group Operations Director immediately.
• Develop strong relationships with suppliers based on open, honest and timely communication.
• Identify and categories areas of spending ensuring efficient use of departmental resources to drive best value for the business. (Weekly report to Group Operations Director)
• Ensure and liaise with all managers, reference warranty repairs and returns and complete all within a timely manner.
• Liaise with all managers across the business to ensure that spending is controlled appropriately.
• Liaise with Accounts team, with regards to invoice and account queries.
• Maintain and update the current database (Cash4w) to ensure correct pricing, to maintain margins across the business.
• Measure all aspects of purchasing activity to drive cost efficiencies and identify areas for improvements.
• Support/cover for all procurement team, in the event of sickness and holidays.