JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Purchasing Manager to oversee and optimise our supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in purchasing supply chain management.

EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful supplier management.
• Excellent analytical abilities to assess supply chain performance data.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London W3 0SL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work Location: In perso

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To oversee all company purchases for food and non- food.
• To oversee and to manage our Suppliers, their accreditation details and that all supplier ingredient & technical specifications are kept up to date.
• To maintain good relationships with our suppliers whilst negotiating best price options at all times.
• To oversee monthly stocktakes and to produce a monthly GP% Food Margin report.
• To oversee and manage our complete product list and its implementation through our bakery software ( Cybake)
• To oversee and manage our complete product list and their product specifications through our software ( Erudus).
• To oversee the integration and updates of all our customer portals.
• To oversee our Traceability recording with the assistance of the production manager. To oversee all aspects of our packaging including the Flo wrapping of certain lines .In-depth knowledge of HACCP, quality procedures, and food safety practices
  · Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint

OTHER OCCASIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AS AND WHEN NEEDED:

• To assist in the customer order processing and other day to day office duties as and when necessary.
• To maintain a positive attitude with your colleagues and to assist them when required.
• To answer & respond to all telephone calls, messages & emails.
• To process customer’s orders daily
• Amend additions & corrections to daily delivery notes.
• Maintain and develop strong relationships with existing customers.
• Set up new customer accounts with delivery details when required.
• Dealing directly with customer communications, complaints, issues and enquires.