Purchasing Executive

Pertemps Dudley West Brom Perms; Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Executive based in Kidderminster. The role involves sourcing high-quality products, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring cost efficiency. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including company pension and free onsite parking.

Benefits

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Full product support and training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills needed.
• Competent in IT applications including Sage and ACT.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure high quality products for customer needs.
• Maintain organised workflows to meet deadlines.
• Communicate cost changes with internal teams.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

IT applications proficiency

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Tools

Sage 200

Outlook

ACT

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting a Purchasing Executive who will be responsible for sourcing high-quality products to meet customer requirements, managing supplier relationships, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring cost efficiency. The role will be based in Kidderminster.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure high quality products to meet customer needs.
• Maintain organised workflows and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Communicate changes in costs or supply with internal teams, keeping all relevant parties updated.
• Respond to price enquiries from the sales team promptly and accurately.
• Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure adequate supply and avoid shortages.
• Stay up to date with market changes and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best deals.
• Utilise Sage 200 and other software systems to manage purchase orders (training provided).
• Apply industry knowledge to select reliable suppliers with competitive pricing.
• Assist in planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives where relevant.

Ideal skills and experience

• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for managing relationships with colleagues and suppliers.
• Competent in IT applications such as Outlook, Sage, and ACT (training available).
• Ability to fully understand customer requirements including price, quality, and availability.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Team player with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Previous purchasing experience (1 year preferred).

Benefits

In return the company will provide full product support and training, a competitive salary and a full range of benefits including company pension and free onsite parking