Manpower are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer for their client based in Alfreton, Derbyshire. This a temporary role with the contract expected to last 3 months. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week.
As a member of the Purchasing Team, your primary role is:
To promote and use the Trusts Procurement Purchase 2 Pay system, for the transfer of requisitions to purchase orders ensuring the documents are right first time and that the ordering of all goods and services, on behalf of the Trust, remains legally compliant.To conduct Requests for Information (RFI) and deliver Requests for Quotations (RFQ), using the approved procurement software, and therefore deliver savings for the Trust ensuring best value for money is achieved.To provide cover for other members of the Department during time of absence and where appropriate.
Duties:
To ensure Requests for Quotations (RFQs), requisitions and purchase orders are completed using the appropriate procurement software, aiming for 80% compliance, right first time, efficiently and proactively while remaining compliant to Standing Financial Instructions and UK legislationTo deliver savings to the Trust, using RFQ's and during negotiations with suppliers to meet operational delivery needs when placing orders or challenging end users; e.g next day carriage charge, therefore delivering value for moneyTo provide end users with guidance and helpdesk support, alongside one-to-one/face-to-face training, as appropriate, on the correct use of procurement systems, policies and processesTo Ensure all procurement software and procurement electronic and paper records are maintained with correct and up-to-date procurement information and to the satisfaction of internal and external audit requirements.To expedite and chase late, absent or shortages from suppliers against purchase orders, negotiate with suppliers to ensure goods and services are delivered on time for end users.To respond to supply and payment issues raised by end users and suppliers, negotiating with end users and suppliers for the best outcome to resolve the issues that arise.To create Management Information (MI) reports from procurement systems as required.Provide a customer focused first point of contact for procurement.To assist Buyers on EU tender and Local Tender administration when required.
Essential Skills/Qualifications:
Sound basic education with certificates in English and Maths or equivalent1 year's experience in similar Purchasing or procurement environmentExperience in a Purchasing P2P Software and processesConducting Requests for Quotations (RFQ)Expediting and progressing deliveries to arrive on timeNegotiating with suppliers on delivery and ensuring orders are placed in a timely fashionDay to day problem solving and working to some extent without supervisionUnderstanding of procurement processesStrong communication skills both written and verbalGood keyboard skillsProficiency in Excel and WordGood telephone mannerStrong organisational skillsAbility to prioritise workloadAbility to understand and work to deadlines
To apply for this position please attach a copy of your CV or call Molly Green on 0115 947 0277.
