Purchasing Executive - Gillingham, United Kingdom - Reed Procurement & Supply Chain

Reed Procurement & Supply Chain

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Gillingham, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Reed Procurement is excited to be working with a shipping company who are looking to recruit a
Purchasing Executive to join their team.

This family run business boasts a long-standing history of providing exceptional service and as the business continues to push and strive forward it's a really exciting time to join.

As
Purchasing Executive, you will cover the day-to-day operational purchasing needs for a large organisation.

Monday - Friday 40 hours per week, flexible working.

100% Office based, Medway Kent.

In Return You'll Receive:

20 days A/L + Bank Holidays
Healthcare
Onsite Parking
Flexible Working
Family feel organisation
Pension

**Purchasing Manager Responsibilities:

To purchase and procure goods and services of the right quality, price and quantity at the required place and time
Achieve sustainable procurement by selecting products and services which enhance operational efficiency, safety, realise cost reductions and minimise environmental impact
Going out on visits with the specialist teams to get an understanding of the equipment
Purchasing for all departments within the business
Negotiations and agreement of contracts
Dealing with customers

Required Skills & Experience:

Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Ability to prioritise and plan workload
Working with a manual system
Must be able to work to a tight schedule and reliably seethrough tasks to completion
A valid, current Driving Licence
Experience within the procurement industry
Willing to do system implementation