Full job descriptionFindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established packaging and manufacturing business with the recruitment of a Purchasing Officer.
Permanent, full-time position based in Leeds.
Salary
£29,000 – £33,000, depending on experience + additional benefits
This is a varied purchasing role with responsibility for sourcing materials, managing suppliers, controlling costs and ensuring products are available to support manufacturing and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
*Purchase materials and goods in line with manufacturing and delivery requirements.
*Obtain and compare supplier quotations to secure competitive pricing.
*Monitor purchase orders and ensure deliveries are received on time.
*Maintain appropriate stock levels while supporting operational requirements.
*Source and introduce new products and suppliers.
*Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and cost-saving opportunities.
*Manage supplier relationships and maintain accurate supplier information.
*Resolve invoice, pricing and purchasing queries.
*Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality and service.
*Carry out product and supplier research to support purchasing decisions.
*Liaise with Sales, Administration and other internal teams regarding product availability and costs.
*Support quality checks and resolve supplier-related product issues.
*Maintain accurate purchasing records and internal systems.
Skills & Experience
*Previous experience within purchasing, buying or procurement.
*Manufacturing, packaging or a similar product-based environment would be highly advantageous.
*Strong supplier negotiation and commercial skills.
*Good analytical and budgeting ability.
*Confident sourcing products and comparing supplier quotations.
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
*Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
*Good Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
*Proactive and comfortable identifying ways to improve processes.
*CIPS Level 3 or equivalent experience would be advantageous.
What’s on Offer
*£29,000 – £33,000 salary depending on experience.
*Permanent, full-time position.
*Company pension.
*Free on-site parking.
*Cycle to Work Scheme.
*Company events.
*Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
*Opportunity to develop within an established manufacturing and packaging business.
Please apply.