To strengthen our Purchasing team, we are looking for a Procurement Agent at our Burgess Hill, UK location for an indefinite period of time as soon as possible
As Procurement Agent
You are responsible for the purchase of consumables for the aviation industry and carry out tenders (RFQ/RFP) and bid comparisons
You independently conduct negotiations and agreements with national and international suppliers and constantly demonstrate your negotiating and communication skills
You analyze and evaluate statistical data and create a basis for optimized procurement strategies and efficient price negotiations
Your tasks also include supplier recommendation and selection
You work cross-functionally and with suppliers to find solutions to payment issues
Requirements
You have completed a commercial apprenticeship, primarily as a wholesale and foreign trade clerk, industrial clerk or similar, or a degree in supply chain management or similar.
You have initial experience in purchasing
Very good written and spoken English skills are a matter of course for you
Experienced use of the MS Office package, especially Excel, makes your daily work easier