The role combines purchasing, supplier management and project administration, supporting both the estimating and project management teams to ensure materials and specialist components are sourced on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
Purchase project-specific materials, components and general stock
Obtain competitive supplier quotations for materials and outsourced works
Monitor project programmes to ensure materials are ordered in time for production
Source suitable materials and components in line with specification and quality requirements
Negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial terms with suppliers
Develop and maintain supplier relationships
Identify alternative suppliers to improve cost, quality or availability
Maintain supplier, material and pricing information
Coordinate incoming deliveries and check quantities, quality and condition
Allocate purchasing costs against the correct projects and work orders
Monitor stock levels and support stocktakes
Maintain purchasing and project trackers
Support Project Managers with material, delivery and sampling requirements
Coordinate project samples through the workshop
Monitor supplier delays, shortages, damaged goods and cost variations
Maintain accurate purchasing and project records
Requirements
Minimum 5 years' purchasing experience
Experience within joinery, furniture manufacturing, interiors or a related construction environment preferred
Strong supplier negotiation and commercial awareness
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Comfortable managing multiple orders and project deadlines
Strong Excel and general IT skills
Experience using purchasing, ERP or production management software advantageous
Confident communicating with suppliers, project teams and workshop departmentsThis would suit an experienced Buyer, Purchaser or Procurement Coordinator looking for a varied role within a specialist manufacturing environment
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year