Strategic Buyer: Supplier Relationships & Purchasing

Kinetic PLC; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Buyer for a permanent position in Bispham, Blackpool. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with ERP systems. The role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £38,000, with working hours from 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 to 12:00 on Friday.

Qualifications

• Proficient communication and negotiation skills required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure pre-purchase order authorisations are in place.
• Place purchase orders onto suppliers for timely deliveries.
• Progress order confirmations to ensure compliance with contracts.
• Resolve queries to prevent delays.
• Obtain proposals from suppliers for value.
• Maintain records of discussions and obligations.
• Support supplier reviews for improved performance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Education

CIP's qualification

Job description

A recruitment consultancy is seeking a Buyer for a permanent position in Bispham, Blackpool. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, and experience with ERP systems. The role offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £38,000, with working hours from 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 to 12:00 on Friday.