IT Buyer - Nottingham, United Kingdom - Concept Resourcing

Concept Resourcing

Verified Company

Nottingham, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

The Purchasing team oversees acquiring and maintaining products and services in a cost-effective manner while considering both customer and company needs.

They serve as the primary buyers and handle the placement and acceleration of purchase orders, negotiatingwith suppliers to secure the best price and value promptly.

The team operates in a dynamic environment and must implement efficient procurement processes while focusing on innovation, integrity, cost-effectiveness, risk management, and overall value.

Key Responsibilities:

Prioritize tasks and meet SLAs using a task management system
Place orders and obtain written confirmation from suppliers
Find the best price, quality, availability, and value for all products/services through RFQ process
Support senior buyers in achieving budget and forecast targets
Manage product sourcing, pricing, and lead time for both regular and specialorder items
Maintain accurate product and supplier information, including code maintenance
Collaborate with the sales team to handle customer requirements
Handle backorders effectively to minimize delays and errors
Update all departments on ETA and lead time information and proactively communicate changes
Reduce costs associated with aged and exdemo stock
Minimize the negative impact of customer cancellations and returns through supplier negotiation
Establish longterm relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders for competitive advantage
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance as per department policy
Handle supplier relationships as per ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 procedures
Process supplier returns and maintain a nonconformance system as per ISO 900
Notify the accounts department when orders are complete for prompt invoicing
Other duties as reasonably required
Interest in developing procurement knowledge in the IT sector
Excellent communication skills and ability to gain commitment and buyin
Commercial savvy to make and justify decisions
Committed to providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders
Passionate, resilient, and committed to realizing goals
Able to think creatively under pressure
Professional demeanor in dealing with internal customers and external supply chain partners
Positive, flexible, teamoriented attitude with an adaptable mindset
A "cando" attitude with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Previous experience in a busy procurement function
Detailoriented with a focus on getting the best results
Organized and methodical in approach
1 year experience in a IT Buyer role.