Paper Buyer.

Harrison Scott Associates; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned publishing company in South London is seeking an experienced Paper Buyer with over 5 years dedicated experience in the paper industry. The successful candidate will manage the efficient purchase of paper stocks and maintain quality across production processes. Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint are essential. The role involves some travel within the UK and requires excellent communication skills with all management levels.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a dedicated Paper Buyer.
• Background in the paper industry and managerial experience required.

Responsibilities

• Organise efficient and timely purchase of paper stocks.
• Ensure availability of sufficient paper stocks for production.
• Manage paper-related technical claims and processing of credits.
• Liaise with paper suppliers regarding product developments.
• Assist the Production Director with price negotiations.
• Line-manage the Paper Controller position.

Skills

Cost analysis using Excel

Presentation skills using PowerPoint

Strong communication skills

Numeracy

Job description

Job Title : Paper Buyer.

Salary : Highly competitive plus Bonus.

Location : South London / Southern Home Counties

Reference : GYJ6837

Contact :

Telephone : [phone]

Please note that our Client will only consider candidates who are dedicated Paper Buyers and have been for at least 5 years, rather than Buying as part of a wider role.

A unique opportunity has arisen within the Production department of a globally renowned publishing company. They are looking for a Paper Buyer to join their team of highly skilled and dedicated staff.

With a background in the paper industry, together with experience in a managerial role, your role will be to perform the following :

• Organise the efficient and timely purchase of paper stocks for the company’s complete portfolio.
• Ensure availability of sufficient paper stocks to agreed specifications and quality for the manufacture of all titles and ancillary products, whilst minimising stockholdings.
• Ensure timely invoice receipt and payment approval in accordance with existing pricing contracts.
• Manage all paper related technical claims, including processing of credits in a timely manner when necessary.
• Liaise with all paper suppliers regarding product and manufacturing developments, and to report internally on paper market activity when required.
• Assist the Production Director with contract price negotiations.
• Liaise with external inventory software supplier, to ensure all systems are maintained correctly and any problems resolved in a timely manner.
• Line-manage the post of Paper Controller, including conducting regular personal development reviews, providing holiday cover and other support.

Both Excel, for cost analysis and PowerPoint, for presentations are an essential requirement, together with a knowledge of the KPI process. You must be numerate and have first class communication skills.

The role will involve some travel, mainly within the UK.

Reporting directly to the Production Director, the successful candidate will maintain a close working relationship with the key managers within the production department, therefore it is essential that you able to clearly communicate with all levels of management.