Developing one of the most efficient heat pumps on the market. And turning the lights on only when needed. Both count. Both are us.
What makes us special
* We offer our employees an attractive remuneration package, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and bonus opportunities.
* We offer a generous pension scheme which enables our employees to have greater financial security when they do retire.
* We are in the 7% of UK businesses that have received the gold award from Investors in People (IiP).
* For our employee’s peace of mind, we provide a death in service benefit and the option of subsidised private health care.
* We pride ourselves on our Family Friendly Policies, designed to support our employees during important life events.
* Hybrid working is agreed at a local level under an informal discretionary arrangement. This enables our employees to have flexibility.
What we achieve together
* Lead the UK Purchasing team and develop/maintain a high performing team. Responsible for the management of the local series purchasing team and provide active support of indirect purchasing, project purchasing and customs.
* Manage the purchasing operation and supplier performance including quality, deliveries and adherence to the deadlines and time demands of the plant.
* Ensure security of supply and manage escalations in case of critical situations to external and internal stakeholders.
* Complete market observations and analysis with a focus on identifying opportunities for both the local sites as well as Group.
* Carry out site supplier visits and combine these with effective audits as a basis for supplier development.
* Champion purchasing projects with local and group focus and ensure efficient use of the purchasing related IT-systems.
What makes us successful together
* Qualifications - MCIPS qualified or a purchasing-related degree is desirable for this role.
* Previous work experience in purchasing is required for all applicants.
* You will have first class leadership and coaching skills.
* A proven ability to build a strong network of relationships in a large industrial operation.
* You will have a confident demeanour and strong communication and negotiation skills.
We care about our planet and aim to work carbon-neutrally; for this reason, we can only accept online applications.
Let's save the environment together and eliminate paper applications.
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