- To ensure optimal service levels for customers through efficient purchasing at competitive prices.
- Develop strong supplier relationships, ensuring access to deals and leveraging information for negotiations.
- Negotiate effectively to enhance margins and secure favorable prices.
- Collaborate with sales teams to address order-related issues.
- Interact clearly with various departments such as sales, distribution, inventory, and accounts payable.
- Ensure accurate purchase orders for seamless invoice processing.
- Review and enhance work practices for efficiency.
- Resolve supplier issues promptly and efficiently.
- Create and manage purchase orders within set timelines.
- Record all purchase order modifications accurately.
- Work closely with the warehouse to resolve issues promptly.
- Provide departmental cover and assist colleagues as needed.
- Support team members in understanding best practices and processes.
- Recognize the purchasing role in supporting business objectives.
- Prior procurement experience, preferably in IT sector.
- Proficiency in supplier negotiations for cost-effective and quality outcomes.
- Strong numerical and communication skills.
- Ability to excel under pressure.
- Self-driven decision-maker with attention to detail.
- Professionalism and integrity.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Reliable, responsible, with strong organizational skills.
- Effective interpersonal abilities.
- Capacity for multitasking and meeting deadlines.
- Continuous improvement mindset.
- Open to feedback and adept at issue resolution.
- Flexible with a commitment to meeting requirements.
- Passion for driving positive change and efficiencies.
- Strong English language skills.
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Description
JOB TITLE:
Buyer
DEPARTMENT:
Purchasing
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Procurement of Products and Services
HYBRID WORKING:
2 Days in the office (EC4M 9AF)
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Microsoft Office skills, preferably including:
Excel and Word but not essential
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES