Purchaser

TN United Kingdom; Skewen; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading modular building provider as a Purchaser, ensuring smooth operations by managing supplier relationships and procurement processes. You'll work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Early finish Friday

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a procurement or purchasing role.
• Proficiency with electronic purchasing and costing systems.

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders and manage product codes.
• Source and select new suppliers.
• Negotiate rates with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Attention to Detail

Planning

Education

Qualification in Procurement

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

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Company: Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group

About the Company:

Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK's largest and longest-standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family-run and owned company.

Over the last five years, the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group prides itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can-do spirit.

About the role:

As a Purchaser, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services across our operations. You’ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to secure the best deals, maintain stock levels, and support production targets. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team where your contributions truly matter.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

Raise purchase orders and manage product codes

Source and select new suppliers

Negotiation of rates with suppliers and contractors

Track deliveries and verify goods received

Liaise with suppliers on quotes, lead times, and deliveries

Generate financial and stock reports

Support monthly stock takes and FSC audits

Continuously improve purchasing processes

Provide cover for the Senior Purchaser when needed

Experience in a procurement or purchasing role

Proficiency with electronic purchasing and costing systems akin to ERP systems

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Professional, friendly, and supportive attitude

Proactive and critical thinker

Approachable and team-oriented

Strong planning and negotiation skills

Qualification in procurement, purchasing or similar supply chain qualifications

What you will get in return:

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)

Option to buy extra holidays

Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday

Christmas Shutdown

Early finish Friday

Cycle to work scheme

Annual Salary review – takes place each January

Life Assurance 2 x annual salary

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Training and progression opportunities

Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)

Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands-on experience as you become a member of our team.

The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.

Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.

By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.

Desired Criteria

• Strong planning and negotiation skills
• Qualification in procurement, purchasing or similar supply chain qualifications

Required Criteria

• Experience in a procurement or purchasing role
• Proficiency with electronic purchasing and costing systems akin to ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently