Assure Personnel are pleased to be supporting an Industrial client who supply products internationally. They are looking for a Buyer to join their team in Loughton, this role will be reporting into the Director, you will work together to create and implement a robust group procurement process. Responsibilities Review current stock holdings, sales run rates, manufacturing lead times and supplier MOQ, planned promotional activity Forecast future demand, including seasonal products and calculate stock requirements for the nominated Product Portfolio Maintain optimum stock availability Raise all Purchase Orders for all items with the nominated suppliers Review all Proforma Invoices and manage the authorisation process and confirmation with the supplier Oversee the despatch and shipping process with the supplier and the nominated Freight Agent Monitor Freight Reports and chase suppliers to ensure timely delivery of all agreed shipments and update expected delivery dates on the system Co-ordinate with central warehouse team for Booking-In of Orders and prioritisation of urgent deliveries Ensure Import Tariff codes are correct on the system and updated where necessary for all items within the nominated Product Portfolio. Manage the efficient phasing in and out of obsolete and replacement items whilst maximising stock availability and sales opportunities Manage suppliers for the timely delivery and launch of new products aligned with New Catalogue launches and Marketing promotional activity. Quality control and warranty Product sourcing and new product introduction Skills Required A proven track record in a similar role Proven track record reviewing stock Experience raising purchase orders Experience managing suppliers Benefits Annual salary review Life assurance Healthcare REF: INDCO