Qualifications and Experience: ? Completed Degree / National diploma in Commerce, Supply Chain / Logistics / Business Management ? Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) or similar qualification or studying towards CIPS qualification would be beneficial ? Previous experience of working in a purchasing team preferably within a wood industry or manufacturing environment ? 6 Years' experience in a sourcing capacity ? Strong knowledge of applicable commercial legislation ? Experience with an integrated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is essential KRA's General and Task Management: ? Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets ? Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations ? Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities ? Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organisation ? Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers ? Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities ? Prepare reports and updates as and when required Supplier Management: ? Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements ? Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods ? Prepare and raise purchase orders and order schedules ? Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications ? Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships ? Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures and guidance during supplier negotiations and contracts award process. Market Research and evaluation: ? Conduct research for new components and suppliers ? Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation ? Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract compliance ? Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues Skills and Attributes: ? Able to build and maintain effective and productive relationships with staff, stakeholders, and suppliers ? Good communication, negotiation, interpersonal and influencing skills ? Analytical, numerically astute with strong demonstrated problem-solving abilities ? A good understanding of Supply Chain processes ? Able to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks and achieve set targets ? Commercial and financial awareness with a full understanding of how failure impacts the production, manufacture, and customer order fulfilment ? Able to work well under pressure and handle emergency and stressful situations ? Keen attention to detail and accuracy ***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***
