Buyer (Electrical Industry)

Bright Side Recruitment Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable electrical wholesale company in Dartford is seeking a skilled Purchasing & Stock Manager to oversee stock management and supplier relations. The ideal candidate will have purchasing experience specifically in the electrical sector, strong negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to stock management. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including career progression and a supportive team environment. Join us to drive efficiency in procurement and stock processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly profit-related bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee assistance programme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing AND stock management – from within an electrical environment.
• Ability to negotiate and spot potential supply issues.
• Organised and proactive in managing stock levels.

Responsibilities

• Scour suppliers for the best prices and process supplier invoicing.
• Manage stock levels to avoid shortages or excess.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Stock management

Purchasing experience

CRM software familiarity

Job description

If you have experience in purchasing (or buying), gained from within an electrical wholesale environment, you might be interested in this exciting and brand-new opportunity!

I am assisting an established and highly regarded Dartford based Electrical business in their search for a Purchasing & Stock Manager. The ideal person should have relevant experience gained from the Electrical industry.

The Role

We’re searching for an individual who is familiar with the electrical wholesale supply base who can build solid business relationships with suppliers, whilst having a trained eye on stock levels. Can you expertly forward plan resources to ensure adequate and timely supply?

About the company

It’s a busy, growing company situated on the outskirts of central Dartford, Kent, which genuinely values and rewards their people for their efforts. The company operates within the commercial electrical installation and testing arena and enjoys supporting a wide and varied client base.

Your Day-to-Day Might Include :

• Scouring suppliers for the best prices on everything from materials and fixings, right down to the last clip or fuse
• Processing supplier invoicing
• Updating inhouse CRM
• Managing stock levels so they never run out (or drown in a sea of surplus cable ties)
• Placing orders, tracking deliveries, and smoothing out any hiccups along the way
• Pick and prepare all materials required for upcoming jobs
• Keeping the storerooms shipshape, maintaining an accurate inventory
• Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with suppliers and wholesalers and negotiate the very best prices, terms, and delivery times
• Receiving deliveries and verifying these against purchase orders for accurate quality and quantities
• Working closely with site teams to make sure their wishes come true (or at least their material requests)

What we are looking for

• Experience in purchasing AND stock management – from within an electrical environment
• A pro at negotiating, with a sixth sense for spotting potential supply and timing issues
• An expert for securing the very best prices and terms
• Organised, proactive, and unflappable when something might be needed yesterday
• Familiar with CRM software
• Inquisitive and always researching opportunities to reduce costs, whilst maintaining quality

What’s In It for You?

• A friendly, down-to-earth team who all appreciate great teamwork
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary AND a quarterly profit related bonus
• 25 days annual leave – plus bank & public holidays (33 in total)
• A highly supportive management team
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking

Looking for the next step in your purchasing career? Apply today or contact Bright Side Recruitment Ltd for a confidential chat