Forward Sourcing Operator / Buyer

Adecco; Maldon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Career Development

Team Spirit

Work-Life Balance

Fun Perks

Job summary

Adecco is hiring a Forward Sourcing Operative in Maldon. This permanent, on-site role focuses on securing materials, analysing supplier capabilities, and driving efficient sourcing processes to support manufacturing.

You will collaborate with suppliers, manage inventory, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have experience in sourcing, procurement or logistics in manufacturing, strong negotiation and communication skills, and

Qualifications

• Sourcing, procurement or logistics experience in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with relevant software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials for production.
• Analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• Utilise software and data analytics to streamline sourcing processes.
• Support the team with inventory management and forecasting needs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing strategies.

Skills

Sourcing

Procurement

Logistics

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Data analysis

Tools

ERP systems

Data analytics tools

Excel

Job description

Join Our Team as a Forward Sourcing Buyer !

Location: Maldon

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and vibrant environment? Do you have a passion for sourcing and logistics? We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and proactive Forward Sourcing Operative to become an integral part of our manufacturing team in Maldon!

At our company, we believe that every day is an opportunity to create something extraordinary. As a Forward Sourcing Operative, you'll play a key role in ensuring our production runs smoothly, helping us deliver top-notch products to our customers. If you're ready to bring your skills and energy to a fun and supportive workplace, keep reading!

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials and resources necessary for production.
• analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential sourcing opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries.
• utilise software and data analytics to streamline sourcing processes.
• Support the team with inventory management and forecasting needs.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing strategies.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or logistics within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong negotiation skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication skills - you'll be working with a variety of stakeholders!
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks effectively.
• A positive attitude and a team-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience!
• Career Development: We believe in investing in our people. Enjoy ongoing training and career progression opportunities.
• Team Spirit: Work in a lively environment where collaboration and camaraderie are at the heart of what we do.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your time! Enjoy a schedule that allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Fun Perks: From team outings to celebrations of our successes, we know how to keep the spirit high!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.