Procurement Specialist - Global Materials(Flexible Working)

Lush; Poole; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Employee discounts

Cycle to work

Job summary

Lush Limited is seeking a Procurement Specialist in the EC Department based in Poole. You will manage end-to-end inventory planning and purchasing to ensure production lines and global markets have the materials they need.

You will coordinate with Planning, Manufacturing, Creative Buyers, Imports and other teams, maintain stock accuracy, and optimise supplier deliveries. This role combines hands-on purchasing with stock control in a fast-paced, values-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, stock control, supply chain or a similar operational role is desirable
• Experience of inventory management, material requirements planning (MRP) and working with forecasts and demand information
• Good understanding of how different departmental functions work together and the material and product set-up requirements needed to support production
• Confident using Microsoft Office and ERP systems; experience of ERPNext is desirable
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to assess information, anticipate potential issues and consider different scenarios
• Forward-thinking and proactive, with the ability to plan ahead and manage competing priorities
• Highly organised, with strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple orders, suppliers and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when working with quantities, dates, pricing, stock information and purchase orders
• Solution-focused, with the ability to identify issues, take appropriate action and escape where necessary
• Able to organise and present information clearly so that it can be easily understood and acted upon by others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively with suppliers and colleagues across different areas of the business
• Able to work independently, take ownership of day-to-day responsibilities and contribute positively as part of a wider team

Responsibilities

• Oversee the management of the overall stockholding across EC raw materials, packaging and other items
• Review material stock holdings and create run-down and discontinuation plans
• Support the Business Continuity Plan by collaborating on its strategy and delivery
• Maintain clear timeframes and procedures for materials’ QC processes
• Act as back-up Stock Controller during holidays and sickness: book deliveries, verify weights and quantities, document discrepancies or quality issues

Job description

Lush Limited is seeking a Procurement Specialist in the EC Department based in Poole. You will manage end-to-end inventory planning and purchasing to ensure production lines and global markets have the materials they need.

You will coordinate with Planning, Manufacturing, Creative Buyers, Imports and other teams, maintain stock accuracy, and optimise supplier deliveries. This role combines hands-on purchasing with stock control in a fast-paced, values-driven environment.