Purchasing Assistant - Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom - Caudwell Marine

Caudwell Marine

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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Summary:

Caudwell Marine (CM) is a start-up business backed by the billionaire and philanthropist John Caudwell and is developing an innovative, patented outboard motor for launch in 2023.

The CM organisation is a small, experienced team of people who are passionate about successfully bringing this technologically leading outboard motor to market.

Each team member has a 'hands on' approach and supports each other for the benefit of the programme.

Responsibilities

Expediting deliveries to ensure vendor deliveries adhere to project plans
Raising POs. Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure orders are correct in terms of pricing, quantity, supporting documents and subsequent invoice are right first time.
Handling logistics requirements for inbound items from vendors and internal domestic requirements between manufacturing sites and testing facilities
Work closely with Accounts Payable to resolve and avoid invoice discrepancies where possible.
Support buyers on pre and post negotiation preparations and implementation
Prepare and own analytical reports on costs, service and other KPI metrics to allow accurate reporting.
Provide a high level of customer service to all internal stakeholders.
General departmental administrative support
Manage selected vendors.

Previous Experience:

Desirable
Transport office experience
Stores handling/ stores management experience
Experience of purchasing and associated administration processes
Strong IT skills including Excel and PowerPoint experience in an administrative role. Having experience of building reports and presentations for senior stakeholder will be beneficial.
Ideally has also worked in a Small, Medium Enterprise (SME) and is able to demonstrate the ability to 'roll their sleeves up' and personally get things done as part of a small team.
Knowledge of working with ERP software and an understanding of the Procurement 2 Paid process,
Accurate data entry and record keeping

Personal Attributes:

Ability to prioritise quickly and effectively in a dynamic and fast paced environment
Team player, comfortable with supporting, and accepting support from, colleagues.
High energy to drive results with enthusiasm and pace.
Determination to achieve the best possible business results.
Ability to work autonomously and on own initiative when required
Strong organisation skills
Good time management
High attention to detail under pressure
Integrity is paramount.

General
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Days - times - flexibility - requirement for supplier visits as required
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Lowestoft / QM as requiredJob Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year

Benefits: