Buyer
Peterlee
Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be exclusively working with an organisation in Peterlee on the appointment of a Buyer to join their team on a permanent basis. Working in a supportive and friendly procurement team of 7 people, this role will manage inbound supply, supplier relationships and stock management.
Working hours are Monday to Friday and can be flexible either 08.00-16.30 / 08.30-17.00 depending on preference. They offer hybrid working of 1 day per week working from home and there is a bonus scheme included post-probationary period.
CIPS funding is on offer as part of the package and holidays are 20 days plus bank holidays.
The Role:
* Manage the purchase and replenishment of stock
* Manage the direct supply chain of the business maximising incentives, structuring deliveries, and minimising the cost of stock movements.
* Understand depot stock requirements, rotations, and supply patterns.
* Forecasting for seasonality spikes
* Key point of contact for major accounts from a stock perspective
* Negotiate with all departments and depots to achieve effective stock movements throughout the business
* Constant liaising with sales, warehouse and finance departments regarding delivery progress, issues, and requirements
* Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
* Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
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