Strategic Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist

WB Power Services; Eastwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in power and energy solutions is seeking a Purchasing Officer to support their growth. You will build effective relationships with stakeholders, manage procurement activities, and ensure compliance with procedures. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, and procurement qualifications such as CIPS are advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including private healthcare and 25 days of holiday.

Benefits

Competitive salary (DOE)

25 Days holiday plus statutory

Private healthcare

Death in Service

Outstanding employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Ability to work autonomously with agreed service levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the new Procurement function and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Process purchase requests and place orders with suppliers.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate commercial conditions with suppliers.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Service and solution orientated

Basic analytical skills

Education

Procurement or Supply Chain related qualification (CIPS)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Major ERP system

Job description

A global leader in power and energy solutions is seeking a Purchasing Officer to support their growth. You will build effective relationships with stakeholders, manage procurement activities, and ensure compliance with procedures. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment, and procurement qualifications such as CIPS are advantageous. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including private healthcare and 25 days of holiday.