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Hays are currently recruiting for a buyer for our client based in Aylesford. This is a full-time position and a fantastic opportunity.
Monday to Friday 8:30am - 16:30pm
Salary
£28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.
Duties:
- Management of the stock ensuring parts are ordered in line with requirements.
- Calling supplies for new stock.
- Researching parts.
- Inputting data into the systems
- Manage relationships with all suppliers to achieve greater efficiencies and cost savings.
- Liaising with engineers and their needs.
There are thousands of parts that you would be buying. For example, they would be plumbing goods such as valves, boiler tubes etc. So manufacturing / construction knowledge would be fantastic.
My client is also looking for someone who isn't afraid to pick up the phone and call clients / suppliers rather than sending emails as this would be a fast-paced environment.
Skills:
- Excel
- Communication
- Thinking on your feet
- Sales
Interviews are taking place from the week commencing the 22nd of April.
If you would be interested in this role, please call James on 01622 235691 or email your CV
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Why Superdrug?
Passionate about Beauty and Health? Want to be part of an innovative, trend setting retailer? Our vibrant Head Office, based by East Croydon station is a fantastic environment filled with hundreds of brilliant personalities.
We’re a team that puts our customers and our teams at the heart of everything we do. At Superdrug, we aim to be the best in accessible health & beauty, loved by our customers for value, choice, friendly advice, service and fun.
Our success comes from our people – they make the difference. We’re all about personality, we have fun, and we work hard to deliver That Superdrug feeling.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and exceptional Buyer to join our close-knit team based in our fabulous new offices right by East Croydon station. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate, driven and committed to a career as a Buyer.
Role Purpose:
The Buyer will be working within the team the healthcare team and will seeks to maximise sales and profit for these categories. This role plays a key part in selecting products and working with the Merchandising team to analyse the products’ performance. As a Buyer you will own the supplier relationships for your category by developing and implement strategic plans, while ensuring the customer remains central to your decision making. This role will report into the Senior Buyer at Superdrug Stores Plc.
A proven background in buying is key to this role, as well as a strong understanding of the market. You will have experience buying budget brands, with a creative eye and an awareness of current retail trends.
Strong commercial acumen, and superb Excel skills are key to this role, as well as the ability to work independently, efficiently and with initiative.
Key Responsibilities
Interacting with a variety of Stakeholders: Commercial, Suppliers, Marketing, Merchandising and Supply Chain Team.
Developing and delivering category plans including range reviews, promotions, pricing and stock that are consistent with overall commercial strategy and financial objectives.
Collaborating with the Marketing team to develop and implement marketing promotional plans and strategies that are relevant to category; adhere to legislation and brand guidelines’; and clearly and effectively communicate with the customer, driving footfall and profitable sales.
Reviewing and evaluating the effectiveness of promotions, taking appropriate action where necessary, and sharing best practice with peers and other stakeholders.
Working with the Own Brand team to develop and deliver Own Brand products/ranges that deliver increased participation and meet agreed strategy and plans.
Working in partnership with the Merchandising team, agree merchandising strategy that drives and delivers right range in the right store; ensuring availability in store; and control of slow moving stock.
Identifying and implementing new product opportunities that are competitively priced, commercially viable and meet customer needs, driving sales and profitability.
Manage and review pricing, ensuring pricing that is competitive and maximises profitability while operating within Company pricing strategy.
Working in conjunction with Supply Chain team, ensure base sales and promotional forecasts are adhered to, whilst maintaining in-store availability to meet the customers needs.
Developing effective internal and external working relationships with cross functional team members to support and enhance category objectives and performance and meet customer needs.
Adopting appropriate negotiation strategies to attain the best terms for the category and the business.
Category expert – utilise and continually develop knowledge in category products, competitors and market activity to deliver increased category performance objectives.
This job is a good fit for you if:
You enjoy a fast paced, everchanging environment where you can own the strategic decision making for your categories
You are a strong negotiator and able to secure the best outcomes for Superdrug
You are decisive while able to critically analyses information to make decisions.
You are motivated by achieving results in line with the business’ strategy.
You’re great at building trusting relationships with your stakeholders
You have an analytical mindset for translating data.
You are good at prioritising, delegating tasks and managing deadlines.
You enjoy being creative and coming up with innovative ideas.
What you’ll need to succeed
Minimum 5 years’ experience as a buyer in a retail environment (Grocer, Fragrance, Healthcare)
Significant experience with Excel.
Strong commercial awareness.
Here's what's in it for you
Come and be part of something special.
Hours: 37.5 | 9.00am - 5.30pm - Hybrid working available depending on role responsibilities with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our stylish, modern and collaborative office close to East Croydon Station.
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We are looking for a GMS Senior Buyer, to work for our well-established client based in Folkestone. As a senior procurement team member, your role will be to source, negotiate and contract for specified spend categories on behalf of user departments. To develop effective business partnerships with suppliers and internal customers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supplier RFQ for projects (NPD and Rapid Commercialisation)
Contribution to project meetings representing the procurement department. Updates on price, lead time and associated costs for launch
COG confirmation with prices at a range of MOQs/EOQ's
Anticipate and communicate any potential risks to deliveries
Support and manage the commercial relationship between the Project Management Office team and external suppliers on specific projects so that customer needs are met, whilst maintaining effective business relationships with suppliers and customers.
Supply Gap Analysis - Assist in the delivering Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) o CDA GAP analysis and implementation - Supplier agreement/Contract analysis and execution - COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality) compliance and management
Participate in supplier performance management and reviews
Supplier Price Management - Negotiating pricing and terms, SAP maintenance
Manage Supplier relationships and KPIs for portfolio in charge
Assist with annual budget cost setting
Direct cover for the GP Procurement Manager as required and in times of absence
Participate and take ownership of G2G program, (cost down program)
Education and Experience:
CIPS Qualified Desirable or other Professional Qualification
Qualified at Degree level
Significant Procurement experience with a track record of delivering cost improvements
A strong understanding of End to End Supply Chain and SRM process
A good technical understanding of procurement within Pharma, Food Supplement and/or Cosmetic
Must have excellent English both written and oral, other languages particularly French would be an advantage
Be competent in MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Proficient user of SAP or similar ERP systems
Used to working in a multi-national business and cross functional teamwork
Hours - 37 hours per week, Monday - Thursday 9am - 5pm, Friday 9am - 4:30pm, with 45 minutes lunch break (30 minutes of which is unpaid)
If you possess the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.
This is a permanent position and a great opportunity to work for a successful company. If you feel you have the relevant experience, then please apply with an up-to-date CV.
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Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location: Ashton Vale, Bristol + Hybrid Working Arrangements
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF56865
At Babcock we're working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Senior Buyer at our Ashton House site.
The role
As a Senior Buyer, you'll have a role that's out of the ordinary, working on a range of exciting design, manufacture and support projects. We work with a number of key clients domestically and internationally.
Day-to-day, you'll support our customer contracts and provide all kinds of solutions, from small electrical items to large first level structures and equipment.
This role is full time, 37-hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements.
Essential experience of the Senior Buyer
Qualifications for the Senior Buyer
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) / security clearance for this role.
Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
What we offer
Babcock International
For over a century Babcock has helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal.
We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Closing date: 02/05/2024
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Role Title – Senior Buyer
Location – Warrington Hybrid
Day rate - £275-£300 per day inside IR35
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Senior Buyer, to be involved in developing a global supply chain and creating opportunities for the wider industry.
Role Purpose:
• To deliver sourcing strategies and manage suppliers working closely with stakeholders at all levels internally as well as externally.
Key Results & Achievements
• Development, delivery and approval of sourcing campaigns in accordance with RR SMR business constraints (time, cost, quality)
• Internal and External stakeholder management throughout the entire life of a procurement campaign
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But well let you in on a secret: theres no such thing as a perfect candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Key Selection Criteria
Supplier Selection and Management:
• Select and manage the Rolls-Royce global supply chain that will deliver the most efficient and cost-effective service to SMR development. Establish the commercial framework in which the suppliers shall operate, ensuring cost competitiveness, value for money and cost improvement is achieved. Ensure both the business and the suppliers comply with all required process’
Strategy Development:
• Develop and implement global external supplier and commodity strategies which will drive sustainable improvements in quality, cost and delivery.
Purchasing Process
• Run global and / or strategic tenders to enable these and help to define and execute the Purchase to Pay (P2P) solutions that underpin the strategies.
Stakeholder Management
Responsible for relationship management and business development of suppliers within their category area or business project to which assigned.
Training & Qualification requirements
• BA degree or equivalent or significant industry experience
• Ideally MCIPs qualified or equivalent
Desirable qualities:
• Advanced MS Excel skills for Cost Modelling and Reporting
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Global outlook and exposure to different challenges, cultures and ways of working.
• Good planning / project management skills
• Strong commercial acumen
• Strong indirect purchasing knowledge required
• Proven experience in defining and delivering global category management and strategic sourcing activities
• Supply chain management knowledge preferred
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact alex.donnellan@morson.com to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.
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Role Title – Lead Buyer
Location – Warrington (Hybrid)
Salary - £45,000 - £55,000 plus package
We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Lead Buyer, to be involved in developing a global supply chain and creating opportunities for the wider industry.
Role Purpose:
• To deliver sourcing strategies and manage suppliers working closely with stakeholders at all levels internally as well as externally.
Key Results & Achievements
• Development, delivery and approval of sourcing campaigns in accordance with RR SMR business constraints (time, cost, quality)
• Internal and External stakeholder management throughout the entire life of a procurement campaign
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But well let you in on a secret: theres no such thing as a perfect candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you. Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch, we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Key Selection Criteria
Supplier Selection and Management:
• Select and manage the Rolls-Royce global supply chain that will deliver the most efficient and cost-effective service to SMR development. Establish the commercial framework in which the suppliers shall operate, ensuring cost competitiveness, value for money and cost improvement is achieved. Ensure both the business and the suppliers comply with all required process’
Strategy Development:
• Develop and implement global external supplier and commodity strategies which will drive sustainable improvements in quality, cost and delivery.
Purchasing Process
• Run global and / or strategic tenders to enable these and help to define and execute the Purchase to Pay (P2P) solutions that underpin the strategies.
Stakeholder Management
Responsible for relationship management and business development of suppliers within their category area or business project to which assigned.
Training & Qualification requirements
• BA degree or equivalent or significant industry experience
• Ideally MCIPs qualified or equivalent
Desirable qualities:
• Advanced MS Excel skills for Cost Modelling and Reporting
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Global outlook and exposure to different challenges, cultures and ways of working.
• Good planning / project management skills
• Strong commercial acumen
• Strong indirect purchasing knowledge required
• Proven experience in defining and delivering global category management and strategic sourcing activities
• Supply chain management knowledge preferred
Pay and Benefits
• We anticipate a paying salary of between £45,000 - £55,000
• A performance related bonus of up to 12.5%,
• An attractive pension scheme with 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
• You will also receive a flexible benefits allowance of £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package to suit your needs.
• BUPA personal health cover
• £250 one-off cash allowance on joining to spend on your home-office set-up
We are Rolls-Royce SMR
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission. We’re doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet. Because of our mission, there’s a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We’re one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation – our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
The start-up mentality coupled with our strengths-approach to people means there are opportunities to grow in ways and jobs you probably would be barred from doing in more traditional companies.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes. It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the roll out of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
Our Application Process
Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:
• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check
Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact alex.donnellan@morson.com to arrange a confidential conversation with a recruitment partner.
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Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Location:Newcastle
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
Working as part of the Commercial team, assisting with the end to end buying process, maintaining and working with current Buying Processes and Procedures.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
The role will involve working as part of the commercial team, assisting with the end to end buying process, maintaining, and working with current Buying Processes and Procedures.We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, a high attention to detail and who is competent at using Microsoft office and IT systems. You should also have a willingness to expand your working knowledge of the house building industry and supply chain management.
Key Attributes:
We Offer:
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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We're seeking an Assistant Buyer to join our dynamic team. You'll play a key role in supporting the Assistant Procurement Manager in purchase process such as sourcing, RFQ, negotiation, shipment, and delivery follow-up.
Job Description:
Requirements:
Additional Information:
Please send your application with availability, current & expected salary. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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The KBS Global Procurement Solutions team is looking for a procurement buyer to join our team based in Singapore. The role is valued across Koch companies as the buying team manages the creation of POs for IT-related purchases. The role works closely with customers to understand the customer’s needs and to ensure the appropriate product is delivered timely, empowering our employees’ productivity.
The ideal candidates will bring supply chain and/or procurement experience, astute attention to detail, self-motivation and problem-solving skills, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
What You Will Do In Your Role
The Experience You Will Bring Requirements:
What Will Put You Ahead
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Koch Business Solutions (KBS) provides consulting and transactional services for Koch companies in the areas of human resources, information technology, finance, accounting as well as project, facilities and property management. Our think tank of problem-solvers and idea-makers transform work life for 122,000 employees around the globe.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
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