Purchasing Coordinator
Based in Crawley, West Sussex
Salary : £28,000-£32,000 dependent on experience
Working with other members of the Purchasing Team, you will be responsible for ensuring optimal stock levels through the timely placement of purchase orders and delivery of materials to meet customer order requirements.
Responsibilities will include
- Compare pricing / quotations from different suppliers.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction such as change of supplier.
- Identify potential new suppliers.
- Maintain purchasing records.
- Prepare reports and cost analysis.
- Raise purchase orders in line with supplier quotations.
- Ensure optimal stock levels are held of all products.
- Provide quotes and pricing for customers.
- Resolve customer and supplier queries by phone and email.
- Checking supplier invoices are correct and passing for payment.
- Provide general cover and assistance within the sales office.
Essential Skills / Competencies
Strong attention to detailExcellent communication skills both written and verballyOrganisational skillsConfident working styleAbility to Manage Time and Workload EffectivelyIT literateAbility to Work in a Team EnvironmentExperience working within an office environmentDesirable
Experience within a purchasing role is highly desirableExperience of import / export process and proceduresSage 200 experience would be usefulExperience working in the Garage Door / Construction Industry or dealing with trades peopleHours : 8am – 5pm Monday – Friday
Benefits
£28,00-£32,000 per annum depending on experienceMonthly bonus schemeAttendance & Recognition Perks4 weeks paid holidayFriendly working conditionsFull training providedPension contributionsRegular social events