Total 7 Senior Executive level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7AJ

Your new company
Leading organisation committed to delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions are seeking a Senior Buyer to assist with their growth to deliver customer-facing procurement services in line with compliant frameworks.
Your new role
As a Senior Buyer, you will play a crucial role in managing procurement activities, particularly focusing on frameworks within the housing and construction sectors.
You will be responsible for ensuring that all procurement processes are planned, delivered, coordinated and deliver value for money.You will have great exposure internally and externally on various projects, enabling you to advance and grow your career.
Develop, implement, and manage procurement pipelines, managing the process end to end,

Take ownership of project plans, liaising and influencing all internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective management of projects, directing resources as needed.
Ensuring all procurement procedures are compliant within frameworks


What you'll need to succeed
Strong knowledge of procurement frameworks and public sector procurement processes.Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.The ability to develop and implement effective procurement strategies.Preferrable experience within housing or constructionExperience with E Tendering systems

What you'll get in return
Great Exposure and development in a growing organisation


What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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We are looking for a Senior Warehouse Operative on a permanent basis for a client of ours in Aylesford. This role is Monday to Friday and on a rotating shift pattern of 6-2 and 2-10.

There is a heavy focus on Stock Control, you will be carrying out queries on stock, cycle counting and supporting stock projects.

Your duties will be:

• Maintaining good customer service by managing stock and supporting related projects. Including handling stock transfers, stock checks and resolving any stock issues.
• Transferring stock to correct place and general housekeeping to keep the warehouse tidy and clean.
• Investigate any stock discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Pick, check and prepare orders for other departments or internal partners.
• Complete paperwork in a timely manner.
• Meet weekly targets such as counting stock and updating the system.
• Manage the space in the warehouse by unloading and organising stock.
• Investigate returned goods and report on them to reduce the number of returns.
• Manage the orders ensuring they are processed and delivered correctly.
• Communicate with other departments and inform the supervisor of any issues.
• Process returns by checking and putting back stock correctly.
• Review tasks outstanding and complete

We are looking for someone with experience with stock control.

Salary: Up to £27544.05 P/A

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Procurement Executive
Fresh Produce

• Site-based role in North Kent
• Monday to Friday, salary £40 to £45K (DOE)

Are you looking for a new procurement role where you can use your excellent relationship-building skills to influence customers and suppliers? If you answer yes, and have excellent IT & ERP skills, read on…..

The Company
A leading business in the world of fresh produce, that works closely with local and global suppliers and provides their product to retail, wholesale and foodservice sectors across the UK.

The Role
The position will see you managing a wide range of duties and responsibilities, these include.
• Manage communications between suppliers, buyers and customers (M&S)
• Take care of customer order forecasts, advise on stock availability, daily customer stock calls
• Plan order demand vs availability, daily support for your Buyer
• Manage customer portals, Purchase Orders (PO’s), price confirmations, shortage escalations
• Work closely with your suppliers, always maintaining excellent communications

Your Skill & Experience
To be considered for this role you will need.
• Experience with fresh produce for retail, ideally managing M&S
• Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain & procurement
• Excellent forecasting and stakeholder engagement
• Ideally Advanced Excel, strong computer skills and ERP system experience
• Excellent negotiation & communication skills

At GameStop, we are committed to providing exceptional service and delivering the latest and greatest in gaming products to our customers. As a leading global retailer of video games, electronics, and gaming merchandise, we take pride in offering a wide range of products that cater to the needs and desires of gamers worldwide. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our customers by constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just starting out, we've got something for everyone. Join us in our mission to shape the future of gaming and bring the best gaming products to the world!

With moderate supervision, the Senior Guest Advisor assists the store management team in executing and supervising all store activities. They provide outstanding guest service experiences within a sales culture that utilizes elements of GameStop's Circle of Life buy, sell, trade, and reservation business model. This position ensures products are easily accessible and purchasable, boosts sales by sharing product and gaming knowledge with guests, maintains a clean and organized shopping environment, and fosters guest loyalty and repeat business.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Provide best-in-class guest service: promptly greet guests, respond to guest questions/concerns promptly, effectively, and courteously, assist guests in meeting their video gaming needs, inform guests about special promotions and the trade-in program, recommend additional items as appropriate, apply all selling behaviors during each transaction, and express gratitude to every guest for choosing GameStop. Prioritize guests over tasks and demonstrate this commitment by circulating throughout the store.
• Support the overall shopping environment, including visual and operational elements, and nurture guest relationships that lead to sales and repeat business.
• Process guest purchases and returns accurately via the Point-of-Sale (POS) computer system, ensuring top-notch guest service.
• Address guest comments or questions in person or on the phone, answering phone calls promptly, courteously, and professionally to ensure every guest receives top-notch guest service.
• Promote GameStop’s unique guest benefits, such as the new title reservations program and the Pro Rewards guest loyalty program.
• Ensure that all areas of the store, including restrooms, are clean, organized, and merchandised according to company guidelines. Ensure all store fixtures and equipment are in proper working order.
• Complete Omni-Channel orders daily.
• Safeguard company assets through effective inventory control and loss prevention practices, including scam awareness, safety best practices, and making bank deposits as required.
• Conduct store inventory counts, stock/restock merchandise on shelves and fixtures, and move products from the stock room to the front of the store to ensure that all products in the store are represented, organized, and alphabetized on the selling floor.
• Support store management in meeting and exceeding sales, profit, and shrink goals and complete required administrative and operational duties.
• Count, balance, and reconcile daily business transaction totals accurately in the POS system. Ensure that all closeout paperwork for daily business transactions and bank deposit slips are completed correctly and accurately. Assist management in ensuring the store has sufficient cash and change for sales transactions. Make daily bank deposits following established guidelines.
• Check shipments for discrepancies or shortages and record any discrepancies in the POS system. Report any discrepancies to the Store Leader / Store Leader 2/Assistant Store Leader as needed.
• Process defectives/recalls, and stock pulls accurately and promptly, ensuring that all boxes are properly labeled and include packing lists.
• Visually inspect associates' and leaders' packages and/or belongings at store closing or at the end of a shift.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to Guest Advisors in the absence of management.
• Consistently adhere to GameStop policies and procedures, including but not limited to attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures.
• Observe associate performance and provide timely and appropriate feedback to the store management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must provide proof of eligibility to legally work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.**
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of retail sales, guest service, and/or management experience preferred.
• Video game knowledge preferred.
• Must be able to work alone, stand, and move throughout the store unassisted for up to 10 hours per day.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional guest service skills.
• Provide genuine and friendly assistance to every guest during each visit.
• Demonstrate clear verbal and written communication and listening skills, both in person and on the phone, using spoken and written English; bilingual English/Spanish speaking and writing skills preferred.
• Work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Meet associate performance expectations, including attendance, professional dress, and grooming requirements.
• Operate the POS computer system and properly complete the required paperwork.
• Possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and alphabetizing skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to work as a team to complete necessary tasks in a timely manner.
• Problem-solving skills and judgment abilities.
• Follow instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Deliver bank deposits following loss prevention safety guidelines.
• Work a flexible schedule, including extended hours/days as necessary, including Sundays. Minimum availability of 3 days/week.
• Remain effective under pressure and handle stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization.
• Bend, stoop, reach with arms/hands, climb ladders, and lift merchandise weighing up to 30 lbs. from ground level to a minimum height of 4 feet.
• Stand and move throughout the store unassisted to provide guest service or perform tasks in any part of the store for up to 10 hours per day.

Job descriptions are subject to change at any time based on business conditions/needs, including changes to the essential job duties, qualifications, and/or key job skills and abilities consistent with the position’s purpose. GameStop considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. GameStop provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

*Certain State-specific exceptions may apply

**Unless prohibited by applicable law

Full-time store positions at GameStop are also eligible to participate in incentive programs, health benefits, paid time off, 401 (k), employee discount and a casual work environment. Positions at GameStop may also be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentives.

$16.78 - $19.53

At GameStop, we are committed to providing exceptional service and delivering the latest and greatest in gaming products to our customers. As a leading global retailer of video games, electronics, and gaming merchandise, we take pride in offering a wide range of products that cater to the needs and desires of gamers worldwide. Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for our customers by constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just starting out, we've got something for everyone. Join us in our mission to shape the future of gaming and bring the best gaming products to the world!

With moderate supervision, the Senior Guest Advisor assists the store management team in executing and supervising all store activities. They provide outstanding guest service experiences within a sales culture that utilizes elements of GameStop's Circle of Life buy, sell, trade, and reservation business model. This position ensures products are easily accessible and purchasable, boosts sales by sharing product and gaming knowledge with guests, maintains a clean and organized shopping environment, and fosters guest loyalty and repeat business.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Provide best-in-class guest service: promptly greet guests, respond to guest questions/concerns promptly, effectively, and courteously, assist guests in meeting their video gaming needs, inform guests about special promotions and the trade-in program, recommend additional items as appropriate, apply all selling behaviors during each transaction, and express gratitude to every guest for choosing GameStop. Prioritize guests over tasks and demonstrate this commitment by circulating throughout the store.
• Support the overall shopping environment, including visual and operational elements, and nurture guest relationships that lead to sales and repeat business.
• Process guest purchases and returns accurately via the Point-of-Sale (POS) computer system, ensuring top-notch guest service.
• Address guest comments or questions in person or on the phone, answering phone calls promptly, courteously, and professionally to ensure every guest receives top-notch guest service.
• Promote GameStop’s unique guest benefits, such as the new title reservations program and the Pro Rewards guest loyalty program.
• Ensure that all areas of the store, including restrooms, are clean, organized, and merchandised according to company guidelines. Ensure all store fixtures and equipment are in proper working order.
• Complete Omni-Channel orders daily.
• Safeguard company assets through effective inventory control and loss prevention practices, including scam awareness, safety best practices, and making bank deposits as required.
• Conduct store inventory counts, stock/restock merchandise on shelves and fixtures, and move products from the stock room to the front of the store to ensure that all products in the store are represented, organized, and alphabetized on the selling floor.
• Support store management in meeting and exceeding sales, profit, and shrink goals and complete required administrative and operational duties.
• Count, balance, and reconcile daily business transaction totals accurately in the POS system. Ensure that all closeout paperwork for daily business transactions and bank deposit slips are completed correctly and accurately. Assist management in ensuring the store has sufficient cash and change for sales transactions. Make daily bank deposits following established guidelines.
• Check shipments for discrepancies or shortages and record any discrepancies in the POS system. Report any discrepancies to the Store Leader / Store Leader 2/Assistant Store Leader as needed.
• Process defectives/recalls, and stock pulls accurately and promptly, ensuring that all boxes are properly labeled and include packing lists.
• Visually inspect associates' and leaders' packages and/or belongings at store closing or at the end of a shift.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to Guest Advisors in the absence of management.
• Consistently adhere to GameStop policies and procedures, including but not limited to attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities.
• Follow all opening and closing procedures.
• Observe associate performance and provide timely and appropriate feedback to the store management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must provide proof of eligibility to legally work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years old.**
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of retail sales, guest service, and/or management experience preferred.
• Video game knowledge preferred.
• Must be able to work alone, stand, and move throughout the store unassisted for up to 10 hours per day.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exceptional guest service skills.
• Provide genuine and friendly assistance to every guest during each visit.
• Demonstrate clear verbal and written communication and listening skills, both in person and on the phone, using spoken and written English; bilingual English/Spanish speaking and writing skills preferred.
• Work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Meet associate performance expectations, including attendance, professional dress, and grooming requirements.
• Operate the POS computer system and properly complete the required paperwork.
• Possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) and alphabetizing skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to work as a team to complete necessary tasks in a timely manner.
• Problem-solving skills and judgment abilities.
• Follow instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Deliver bank deposits following loss prevention safety guidelines.
• Work a flexible schedule, including extended hours/days as necessary, including Sundays. Minimum availability of 3 days/week.
• Remain effective under pressure and handle stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and the organization.
• Bend, stoop, reach with arms/hands, climb ladders, and lift merchandise weighing up to 30 lbs. from ground level to a minimum height of 4 feet.
• Stand and move throughout the store unassisted to provide guest service or perform tasks in any part of the store for up to 10 hours per day.

Job descriptions are subject to change at any time based on business conditions/needs, including changes to the essential job duties, qualifications, and/or key job skills and abilities consistent with the position’s purpose. GameStop considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. GameStop provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

*Certain State-specific exceptions may apply

**Unless prohibited by applicable law

Full-time store positions at GameStop are also eligible to participate in incentive programs, health benefits, paid time off, 401 (k), employee discount and a casual work environment. Positions at GameStop may also be eligible for a bonus and/or other incentives.

$16.78 - $19.53

Your new company
You will work for a leading organisation in the media and broadcasting sector. This organisation are seeking a Senior Purchase Ledger to join their busy team on a full-time and permanent basis. The ongoing increase in popularity and growth of the group has meant that there is a requirement for an additional resource in the finance team.


Your new role

• Full purchase ledger cycle for a number of companies within the group.
• Responsible for multi-currency supplier payments through BACS, CHAPS, and telegraph transfers, ensuring payments are made on time.
• Reviewing of expense per diem claims, ensuring that they are paid correctly and on time.
• Reviewing credit card statements and liaising with cardholders to obtain all relevant receipts.
• Other ad-hoc duties.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience of working in a Purchase Ledger environment.
• A proactive approach and able to show initiative.
• Strong communication skills and ability to support and build relationships.
• Strong Excel skills.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary and benefits package.

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Buyer - Procurement of Direct Materials

An established global company is seeking a Senior Buyer for its Procurement team, focusing on Direct Materials. This is a practical role for someone looking to further their career in procurement.

About the Role: As a Senior Buyer, you will:

• Source and contract for specific spend categories.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
• Contribute to project meetings, focusing on procurement aspects.
• Ensure accurate supplier price management and SAP updates.
• Occasionally deputize for the Procurement Manager.

Who You Are:

• Experienced in procurement, ideally with a background in Direct Materials.
• Strong in negotiation and communication.
• Competent in project management and able to handle multiple tasks.
• Familiar with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Degree educated, CIPS qualification desirable.

What We Offer:

• A role where your procurement expertise is valued.
• Opportunities to work on varied projects.
• A collaborative team environment.
• Professional development in a stable company.
• Other great benefits.

Join Us: If you're looking for a solid role in procurement and have the skills we need, please apply. Interviews will be conducted via phone to discuss your experience and fit for the role.