We are an innovative, highly accredited market leading technology provider with high employee engagement, working to a clear set of values with sustainability central to its activities.
Everyone is welcome and will always be supported in their career with us. We encourage our people to bring their authentic selves to work and we will always ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential.
We support employees and embrace diversity, which goes beyond policies and procedures, as we provide an environment that nurtures inclusivity and engagement. From comprehensive training programmes to a wide variety of apprenticeships and the opportunity to support the community, with up to 3-days a year to volunteer, we provide a place where employees can be at their best.
Built around sustainable business methods, and a true dedication to our customers with delivering the best possible service, we believe in our people to always work with integrity and continually innovate. We understand that taking inclusion and diversity seriously as an organisation is imperative to ensure that we live up to our values.
Do you enjoy procurement? Are you looking to work in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to be part of a growing award-winning technology company?
We are seeking a Buyer to join our Procurement team.
We are looking for someone to work as part of the Purchasing team to provide internal support and information to sales and other departments where applicable.
Key tasks will involve:
1. Complete actions delegated from Purchasing Director and Head of Purchasing
2. Update forecasting on designated product portfolio
3. Tracking shipments to ensure timely arrival of stock
4. Communicate delivery discrepancies / shortages to suppliers
5. Analysis of key stock and slow or non-moving stock
6. Maintaining relationships with suppliers while negotiating specs, prices and deadlines
7. Update price files on a monthly basis
8. Work with sales to ensure customer required dates are achieved
9. Create product codes within MRP system, ensuring these reflect accurate descriptions, cost and applicable fields
10. Input direct ship purchase orders/serial numbers into the MRP system on a daily basis
11. Responsible for commercials such as deal registrations, special bid pricing, negotiation and rebates
12. Comply with Stone’s internal management systems and safety procedures
13. Support Stone’s corporate social responsibility strategy
14. To undertake any other ad hoc duties or projects as requested by the reporting Manager
The suitable candidate will have a GCSE level qualification in English and Mathematics, strong IT skills using Microsoft Office, and be capable of coordinating multiple complex activities simultaneously.
They will also have a strong set of analytical skills, being able to spot opportunities and risks within datasets as well as being capable of coordinating multiple complex activities simultaneously. It is also desired but not essential to have the ability to organise and prioritise work efficiently and accurately.
Have a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Also having Database and Excel experience using Pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions are desired.
Full training will be provided.
Job details:
This is a full-time position - 37 hours per week. The working days are Monday to Friday.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of sufficient applications for this position.
No terminology in the advert you have seen is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, and we will gladly accept applications from all sections of the community. We have an equality, diversity, and inclusion policy that supports this approach.
To discuss any reasonable adjustment or request a paper-based application form as an alternative, please contact People Operations on 08448 22 11 22.
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