Procurement Specialist (Part-Time) - Sourcing & Negotiation

Michael Page; Chatham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Buyer in the manufacturing sector to manage procurement activities, source products, negotiate with suppliers, and support supply chain operations in Chatham.

The role is permanent with a 20-25 hour work week spread over five days, offering opportunities to develop procurement expertise within the retail industry.

You'll build relationships, monitor stock, analyse market trends, and generate accurate procurement records to help the business run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Source and select products that meet the company's quality and cost requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.
• Analyse market trends to identify new opportunities for procurement.
• Prepare and maintain accurate procurement records and reports.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure supply chain efficiency.
• Resolve any supply issues in a timely and effective manner.

Responsibilities

• Source and select products that meet the company's quality and cost requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value.
• Maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.
• Analyse market trends to identify new opportunities for procurement.
• Prepare and maintain accurate procurement records and reports.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure supply chain efficiency.
• Resolve any supply issues in a timely and effective manner.

Skills

Sourcing

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Inventory monitoring

Market analysis

Procurement reporting

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Buyer in the manufacturing sector to manage procurement activities, source products, negotiate with suppliers, and support supply chain operations in Chatham.

The role is permanent with a 20-25 hour work week spread over five days, offering opportunities to develop procurement expertise within the retail industry.

You'll build relationships, monitor stock, analyse market trends, and generate accurate procurement records to help the business run smoothly.