Purchasing Controller

We are recruiting a Purchasing controller to support a manufacturing company based on the Pensnett Trading Estate.

The main duties will be :
 

• Purchasing parts in accordance with customers' orders using MRP (excel based) system
• Create purchase order and supplier delivery schedules.
• Book in goods received against purchase orders and supplier delivery schedules.
• Maintaining min/max electronic stock levels
• Sourcing parts in conjunction with the Management Team support
• Scheduling new customer orders
• Attending weekly meetings including in house customer contract review and daily production meetings
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials in line with production requirements.
• To act as the point of contact for suppliers and to ensure that all products meet the requirements and deadlines of the company and the customer.
• To provide accurate and efficient administrative support for the office team.
• Process and track purchase orders to ensure timely supply of goods and services
• Maintain accurate supplier and pricing records for effective purchasing decisions
• Monitor, progress chase and follow up on deliveries to ensure timely supply of goods.
• Communicate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs.
• Support supplier negotiations to secure best prices and terms.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel - advanced user level preferred
•  Strong communication, organisation, and multitasking skills
•  Commercially savvy with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency
•  Proven experience in a purchasing role
•  Delivery focused with a can do attitude

 In return we will provide a salary of salary  of, £29,000 per year, working hours are 8am - 5pm Monday - Thursday, 8am - 2pm Friday and annual holiday 23 days per annum plus public holidays pro-rata.