ADEY, the market leader in the provision of residential water treatment products for closed loop heating and cooling systems in the UK, is looking for a Purchasing Team Leader to join the team.
The Purchasing Team Leader is responsible for the coordination of the purchasing team and relevant activities including the effective purchasing of goods whilst ensuring cost, quality and delivery time. The Purchasing Team Leader ensures smooth operations whilst promoting collaboration with internal departments and maintaining strong supplier relations.
The Role
Support the development and delivery of a world-class procurement function
Meet the expectations and requirements of internal customers
Deliver best value to meet agreed business objectives
Monitor and forecast inventory, determine purchasing needs, and identify costs
Implement key performance metrics and reports for key stakeholders’ review
Assist in commercial negotiations with suppliers, establishing suitable terms and conditions, taking into account technical and legal considerations, plus where applicable, commodity pricing to ensure business requirements are met or exceeded
Monitor and report suppliers’ performance and competitiveness through relevant KPIs
Expedite orders and maintain up-to-date delivery requirements
Identify cost-saving opportunities
Adopt a hands-on and positive approach to problem-solving
Oversee daily activities of the purchasing department, including delegating tasks and supervising teams
Support the ongoing personal development of the purchasing team
The Person
Experience
Commercial negotiation
International supply chain
Experience in the HVAC industry (desirable)
Knowledge & Qualifications
Understanding of manufacturing production and processes
Full understanding of supply chain procedures
CIPS qualification
Skills & Competencies
Ability to lead and motivate a team
Ability to prioritise multiple tasks
Attention to detail
Good verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Excel
Personal Qualities
Hands-on approach
Positive approach to problem-solving
Ability to establish and develop relationships with internal and external customers
Self-motivation
The Benefits
23 days holiday
Pension contribution matched up to 8%
Life Assurance 3x base salary
Private health scheme
Genuit sharesave scheme
Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 12 months
Pay:
Up to £35,000.00 per year
Work Location:
In person
Reference ID:
JR101060
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