Procurement Technician

PSSL ProSound and Stage Lighting; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in live productions is seeking a Procurement Specialist. Responsibilities include creating and tracking supplier orders, negotiating prices with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Ideal candidates should have a strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems and at least one year of experience in a similar role. Attractive benefits include a competitive medical cash plan and opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Competitive Medical Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for training and career advancement

Pension plan with employer contribution

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Create and track supplier orders.
• Negotiate prices with suppliers.
• Maintain strong relationships and partnerships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with the company's procurement policies.

Skills

Strong understanding of ERP and MRP systems, particularly MD365

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills and attention to detail

Ability to work autonomously and in teams

Strong organizational skills

Skilled in negotiation

Strong customer service skills

Education

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Job description

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Reporting to the Director of Sales, the candidate will be responsible for purchasing products based on system recommendations, tracking orders, building lasting business relationships, and negotiating prices with suppliers.

Why Solotech?

As a global leader in live productions, systems integration and virtual technology, our team is comprised of more than 2,000 passionate individuals. Our ambition? To deliver spectacular experiences worldwide.

Your day will look like this:

• Creating and tracking supplier orders (validating prices and delivery dates).
• Following up with suppliers.
• Handling administrative tasks related to procurement and replenishment (sorting documents, data entry, etc).
• Negotiating returns with suppliers.
• Participating in the management of purchasing department performance indicators.
• Consolidating purchases of certain raw materials.
• Engaging in strategic and ongoing negotiations with suppliers.
• Collaborating closely with internal clients.
• Continuously seeking new products and / or new suppliers.
• Managing accounts payable.
• Maintaining strong relationships and partnerships with suppliers.
• Ensuring compliance with the company's procurement policies and guidelines.
• Sourcing new suppliers.
• Any other reasonable ad-hoc requests as required by your manager.

Essential Skills / Experience:

• Strong understanding and knowledge of ERP and MRP systems, in particular MD365.
• Proficient in using Microsoft office suite.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Highly developed analytical, research, and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and independently, with strong teamwork skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Capability to manage priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skilled in negotiation.
• Ability to identify, evaluate, and solve problems quickly.
• Strong customer service skills (internal and external).

Level of Education:

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role

Our offer to you:

• Competitive Medical Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Program: free counselling, legal support & 24.7 help line
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Pension plan with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• And more

We appreciate your time and look forward to considering your application!

Find out more at: www.solotech.com