Procurement / Inventory Administrator - Preston, United Kingdom - Gafoor

Gafoor
Gafoor
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Preston, United Kingdom

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Job Title:
Procurement / Inventory Administrator


Location:
Preston


Salary:
circa £25,000 pa dependent on experience


Job Type:
Full time / 6 months Fixed Term Contract (possibility to become permanent) - 40 hours pw Monday to Friday


Gafoor is a dynamic and rapidly growing family-owned business in Preston looking to recruit a Procurement / Inventory Administrator with a strong background in setting up control systems and a knowledge of software options.


The business has shown consistent growth and is constantly developing new systems to maintain their competitive advantage in existing markets.

The successful applicant will receive support and development which will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further yourself and progress your career.


The Role:


The initial focus of this role will be to liaising with a wide range of internal customers and suppliers in order to build an accurate procurement database and analysis systems to assist with financial modelling and broad cost saving initiatives.


Following the development of the database you will work with the production team to generate product specifications and undertake market research to ensure the Company is achieving competitive rates and quality products across all major items.

Once a system for inventory control and purchasing is in place Gafoor will consider the development of this role and function within the wider business which may result in a permanent offer of employment.


You will need to be a self-motivated and confident individual who is able to quickly and effectively establish and maintain good relationships in order to achieve the project objectives within the fixed term.

It is also essential to have a keen eye of detail and excellent numerical work.


Responsibilities:


  • Build and maintain a master inventory database to include all materials purchased by the company, with the exception of engineering and I.T equipment.
  • Collaborate with various teams across the business to agree a product specification for all goods purchased and itemised on the inventory database.
  • Work with the accounts team to confirm suppliers and track historical cost information for all goods purchased and itemised on the inventory database.
  • Agree annual cost thresholds where a robust competitive quoting process is required ensuring best value.
  • Research new suppliers and contact current suppliers to compile data and analyse results by comparing specifications and pricing ensuring responses meet production requirements.
  • Inventory Management and Accuracy Checks
  • Represent the Company in a professional manner at all times, both internally and externally.
  • Procure materials to the required specification and budget.
  • Receive, record and resolve all invoice queries from the Accounts Department. Raise discrepancies with the supply chain.
  • Supporting with order queries including chasing suppliers for information on delivery dates; invoices and requests for quotations

Skill Requirements:


  • Excellent communication skills, written and verbally (fluent English)
  • Attention to detail and accuracy is key for this role
  • Analytical, numerically astute, with strong problemsolving abilities
  • IT literacy is a must experience in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential
  • Current knowledge of software options suitable for the initial project stage
  • Familiar working in a fastpaced environment is essential.
  • Previous experience in a Procurement, Finance, or a Stock/inventory environment
  • Selfmotivated, proactive with a flexible and positive approach.
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