| Posted by: | Search 4 staff |
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| Address: | The Gatehouse, Aspire business centre Ordnance rd Tidworth SP9 7QD |
| Contact Details: | 01980 842900 |
| Date Posted | 17th Jun 2008 |
| Reference Code: | 10208 |
| View Since Posting: | 12 |
| Salary: | £35000 |
| Vacancy Location: | Andover |
| Full Description: | |
| An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Purchasing Manager at my clients offices in Barton Stacey, Hampshire. My client is looking for a dynamic individual to manage their purchasing department. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company stock items of approximately £6.5million. Excellent negotiations skills are essential to ensure that the company continues to have success in the food & beverage market. Key aspects of the job: • Monitor consumption levels and set replenishment stock levels. • Oversee all orders and ensure they are cost-efficient and placed on time with preferred suppliers. • Liaise with Managing Director with regards to strategic ingredients. • Continue to seek ways to improve cost saving measures and oversee the implementation of them. • Provide up to date reports both externally & internally with regards to commodity markets. • Monitor the costing & validation of all materials and stocks and record this information on the price guide for use by the Sales Personnel. • Liaise with Production department with respect to availability and subsequent sourcing of raw materials. • Liaise with Technical department on specifications for items being purchased, quality issues and alternative sources of products. • Visit overseas suppliers to strengthen relationships and conduct supplier audits where appropriate. • Assisting the Sales department with RFP’s (request for prices). Essential Skills & Knowledge: • Previous experience in a purchasing role. • Excellent working knowledge of MS Office • Good negotiation and communication skills • Good organisational skills • Excellent working knowledge of MRP Desirable: • Knowledge of herbs, spices and essentials oils. • Food/chemistry related degree • Management studies diploma or experience • Background knowledge of supplier accounts. Location: Barton Stacey, Hampshire |
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