Position: Purchasing Manager
Type: Full Time Permanent
Salary: £40k - £50k
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am until 5.00pm
Location: 1 Factory Road, Upton, Poole, BH16 5SJ
Testlink UK are looking for a Purchasing Manager to head up our Purchasing Team based in Upton, Poole.
The Package:
* 23 days holiday, plus Bank holidays, raising with service at 1 and 2 years
* Option to purchase up to 5 days holiday per annum
* Company events
* Company pension
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Referral programme
* Company Sick Pay after 6 months service
* Work From Home considered after passing probation, limited to 2 days weekly
Your Role:
Reporting to the Operations Director and part of the management team, the Purchasing Manager will motivate and drive the purchasing team to the successful accomplishment of agreed targets and goals.
Key Duties:
* Purchasing - overall responsibility for inventory levels in stock in line with financial targets. Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
* Supplier Relationships - develop business relationships with key suppliers to ensure best terms.
* Sales Support - work alongside the Sales team to identify and quantify sales opportunities to ensure correct inventory levels.
* General Management Duties - tasks include recruitment, probation review, training, and development of staff.
Is This Role Right for You?:
* Do you have experience in supplier relations?
* Have you got previous experience in purchasing or a sales support environment?
* Are you comfortable leading a small team?
* Are you CIPS qualified (preferred)?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, TestLink wants to hear from you! We're open to discussing how your skills and motivation can contribute to our growth.
Why TestLink?
Founded in 1989, TestLink has been a key player in the ATM industry for over 30 years. As a company, we pride ourselves on our commitment to reducing the cost and environmental impact of ATM management by delivering high-quality, reliable ATM parts globally. Recently acquired by the US-based Brink’s Global Services, we are at an exciting juncture, expanding our reach to over 250,000 serviced ATMs worldwide.
Take the Next Step:
If you're ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with TestLink and be part of a global success story, apply now! Let your passion for practical solutions and your commitment to excellence drive your future with us.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Experience:
* Purchasing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
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