Total 37 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Belle Vale, Liverpool

Stock Control and Cost Effectiveness Daily record of stock levels to ensure all areas are supplied in a timely manner Timely ordering of all consumables required for all 3 areas via Oracle and NHS Supply Chain Ensure correct supplies from Trust Stores department Ensure areas are not over-stockedMaintain monthly (QEP) spreadsheet and inform the Matron and Directorate Manager monthly Finance ControlEnsure there is a daily attendance to all invoice payments required e.g. Nursing Agency payments. Documentation Ordering of all documentation and stationery items Liaison with Matron, medical staff and Critical Care Documentation Team and Practice Educators to introduce any changes before orders are submitted to printers Maintain accurate records available of all orders, stock control and invoices Ensure accurate documentation with email regarding any discussions with suppliers. Clinical Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of equipment as required. Report and deal with faulty equipment immediately and contact appropriate personnel/company regarding faulty consumables Maintain an accurate database of all supplies / equipment requisitions and stock Professional Act at all times so as to provide and maintain public and staff confidence in the service provided. Full Job Description attached.

Are you based in the Liverpool area?

Do you have a Counter-Balance Forklift Licence?

Do you have previous Warehouse experience, ideally within Construction Products?

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised Warehouse Assistant to join our team in Minster Liverpool.

Hours of Work: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm

Location

Minster, Cheadle Avenue, Liverpool, L13 3AF

This role is working with Minster as part of the STARK Building Materials UK. We are a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe and Minster specialise in insulation and dry lining materials. We connect suppliers of heavy building materials with the professional craftspeople who build, renovate, and maintain the cities of tomorrow.

As a Warehouse Assistant, this role has a strong focus on stock management, as well as customer service, so this role is great for someone who loves to build relationships with their team and customers and enjoys an active and varied role.

The person we're looking for will have:

· A flexible approach to work

· A great team player; ready to support colleagues and customers when needed

· A confident communicator, both over the phone and face to face

· Previous warehouse forklift experience

To support our customers to succeed you will;

· Assist in the loading and unloading of vehicles - using a forklift where needed

· Maintain stock levels, carrying out regular stock counts

· Pick items to fulfil customer orders

· Check incoming stock deliveries and put away in appropriate area

· Getting to know our product lines and services in order to make the most of all customer interactions

· Develop great relationships with new and existing customers (both face to face and over the phone)

· Keep the branch looking clean and tidy, to make a great first impression on our customers

· Make Health & Safety a priority and demonstrate how you can keep yourself and others safe at work

street chains, online stores and holiday agents

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Basic Salary
• Retirement Savings Plan (Pension) - with Legal & General
• Life Assurance - From your first day of employment with us you are automatically covered for a lump-sum death in service benefit of 2 x your basic salary. However, if you join the STARK Building Materials Retirement Savings Plan (including if you are automatically enrolled) and contribute a minimum of 4% of your Pensionable Earnings, your lump sum death in service benefit will be increased to 4 x your Pensionable Earnings.
• WorkPerks - A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway
• Aviva Digicare+ Workplace App (Access to a digital GP, second medical opinions, Mental Health consultation, bereavement service, nutritional consultation)
• Voluntary company benefits such as Car Salary Sacrifice scheme with VWFS, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare, Critical Illness Cover
• Employee Discount
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Wellbeing Centre via WorkPerks
• New Reward and Recognition programme - launching soon!
• 34 days holiday

About Us

At Minster, we're proud to be part of STARK Building Materials UK, a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe. We connect suppliers of heavy building materials with the professional craftspeople who build, renovate, and maintain the cities of tomorrow. We're a friendly and collaborative team, passionate about what we do and committed to doing it well.

Please apply today with your most up-to-date CV and a member of our dedicated recruitment team will be in touch!

Are you looking for an opportunity to progress in store management?
We’re looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join our fashion store team in Barry so we could be the perfect match!

This is a permanent contract working 28 hours a week ( 4 days out of 7), fully flexible including working weekends.

What does this role involve:
As an Assistant Store Manager, you support the Store Manager with the day to day running of the store and take full responsibility in their absence.
Inspiring and supporting staff and volunteers to deliver an excellent customer journey that reflect our values, our Assistant Store Managers contribute towards the success of their stores by:

Ensuring highest standard of customer service
Achieving targets
Maintaining a high standard of visual merchandising
Maximising sales through physical and digital channels
Supporting with the recruitment and development of volunteers
Achieving expectations within campaign activities
Working with the manager to generate stock

Our stores are fast-paced and trade 7 days a week which means we require flexibility from our store teams to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis. 

Due to the volume of donations, it can be physically demanding at times, yet most rewarding as you play a part in helping to fund life-saving research.
What are we looking for:

Experience in a customer facing role
Supervisory experience
Commercially driven to encourage new ideas
Inclusive approach to developing teams
Passion for delivering exceptional customer service and achieving the highest retail standards
Results driven but with a recognition of right result, right way.

What’s important to us?

At the British Heart Foundation (BHF) we offer a huge range of new and used quality furniture, clothing, jewellery and more, available in store and online.

In addition to raising funds for the BHF, we connect with our local communities and help reduce clothing and furniture waste across the UK. With over 700 stores we make a huge environmental impact by preventing around 70,000 tonnes of unwanted items going to landfill every year. We receive 1.6 million items donated to our home stores and 9.8 million bags of donated items and we will continue to build upon our reuse agenda in the years to come.
Everything we do comes back to funding lifesaving research for all heart and circulatory conditions. We are more ambitious and determined than ever – because the cures and treatments we need are in sight. You could be part of getting us there sooner!
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Strategy, Igniting Change, along with our internal EDI group, Kaleidoscope, and a growing number of employee network groups (our Affinity Groups), help us create an environment where all our colleagues and volunteers can succeed.
Why join the BHF?
We have a strong culture of internal progression and will actively support you to develop your career.

Our generous staff benefits include:

38 days annual leave (plus the option to buy and sell leave)
Wagestream - claim early access to your wages as you earn them
Holistic support leave of up to 10 additional days off each year
Enhanced family policies (maternity, paternity and adoption leave
25% staff discount
Health cash plan (Dental, Optical, Therapies, etc)
Access to a 24/7 Virtual GP and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Pension with employer contribution of up to 10%
Cycle to work scheme
Discounts on gym memberships
Discounts with a wide range of retailers

Ready to apply?

To apply, please follow these simple steps:

Click the “Apply” button below.
You’ll be seamlessly redirected to the BHF Careers page.
Complete the application form, submit your CV and upload your employment history.

What do I need to know?

DBS Check: Any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check
Inclusivity Matters: We’re committed to fairness and consistency. As part of this commitment, we use anonymous CV software during the application process
Act Swiftly: Early applications are encouraged. We’ll be reviewing submissions throughout the advertising period and may close the advert early
Sponsorship: Please note that we are unlikely to be able to sponsor applicants in respect of this role due to the role not meeting the minimum salary criteria to be eligible for sponsorship.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact a member of the Recruitment team.

Warehouse Operative - Starting from November- £200 Black Friday attendance bonus!

Warehouse Operative - Warrington WA5 - Earn Up to £15.42 p/h Apply now!

Start date: November 2024.

At Job&Talent, we are offering an exclusive Pre-Hiring screening for candidates eager to begin a career as a Warehouse Operative in THG. Apply now to gain an edge over the competition and secure your position before the official start date in November 2024. Successfully passing the interview ensures your place at THG in Warrington WA5 3TP area.

THG is a leading global e-commerce technology group and brand owner, providing end-to-end e-commerce solutions for local and global brands.

We're excited to announce that we're offering a £200 Black Friday attendance bonus!

Shift Patterns and Working Hours:

• Day shift: 9:30 - 18:00
• Night Shift: 18:00 - 02:30
• Rota: 5 in 3 off - rotating shift pattern

Due to the nature of the shift pattern you must be able to work any day of the week

Pay Rates

• Day Shift - £13.85 p/h - with enhanced weekend rate for days only at £15.29
• Night Shift - £15.42 p/h
• 30 minutes unpaid break

As a Warehouse Operative you will need to have:

• Interest to learn new skills and processes as full training will be provided.
• Communication and numeracy skills - a good level of English is required.
• Good attention to details.
• Excellent Timekeeping and high performance.
• This is a full-time role; you must have full-time Right to Work permitted.

Role of a Warehouse Operative:

• Picking and packing a varied range of products.
• Work will be assigned on different departments in the warehouse.
• Label, wrap and move pallets within the warehouse.
• Perform general warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits of working with us as Warehouse Operative:

• 28 Holidays per year
• Weekly Pay
• Easy access to payslips, online customer support and more on the Job & Talent app
• Employee benefits such as high street discounts available on our mobile app.
• Pension Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Mortgage references
• 24 hours support from our onsite team.
• On-site restaurant serving hot and cold fresh food.

Location: Warrington WA5 3TP

Duration: Ongoing

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Warehouse Operative jobs in Warrington.

Sign your contract with Job&Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.

If you are interested in the above role, please click apply and one of our team members will get in touch with you shortly!

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Your new company
A dynamicmulti-purpose event complex in Liverpool where every day brings new andexciting events. This premier location offers a stimulating environment withopportunities to be part of world-class concerts, sports events andinternational conferences. The team is passionate and collaborative, fosteringa culture of innovation and excellence. With ample opportunities forprofessional growth and a supportive work atmosphere, it's a place where yourcareer can truly thrive. Plus, the vibrant surroundings and community spiritmake it a joy to come to work every day.

Your new role
An exciting opportunity for an experienced procurementmanager to join the management team to continue the delivery of theirwell-established procurement function. You will be reporting into ChiefOperating Officer (COO). This role will offer you a scope to lead onprocurement projects, including managing and overseeing all the tenderingactivity and engaging with and supporting our managers with the procurement ofproducts and services aligned to our social value and procurementstrategies.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience as a Procurement Manager or Category Manager or similar position
• Be proficient with handling data and data analysis
• Excellent communication skills
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Self-starter who is driven and determined to develop their procurement career
• Ideally you should be CIPS qualified or working towards the qualification and have experience of leading on tender processes, advising on procurement matters in a commercially focused organisation and be able to own the continuous improvement of the procurement function.

What you'll get in return

• £41,550 - £46,176 annual salary
• Hybrid working policy with 2 days from home
• Flexible working
• An enhanced holiday scheme, which increases with length of service.
• An excellent local government pension scheme, whereby employer contribution is currently set at 14%.
• Access to a premium health care policy, which includes an employee assistant line, contributions towards a wide range of medical costs, such as dental and optical and staff discounts.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave schemes.
• An excellent sickness pay scheme.
• Free onsite parking right in the heart of the city centre.
• Agile working and flexitime policies, where appropriate and in line with business needs.
• A dedicated wellbeing strategy to support staff when at work.

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 arelooking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion onyour 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

Warehouse Operative - Immediate start

Warehouse Operative - Warrington WA5 - Earn Up to £15.42 p/h Apply now!

At Job & Talent, we are recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to work with an important company in the Warrington WA5 3TP area. THG is a leading global e-commerce technology group and brand owner, providing end-to-end e-commerce solutions for local and global brands.

Shift Patterns and Working Hours:

• Day shift: 9:30 - 18:00
• Night Shift: 18:00 - 02:30
• Rota: 5 in 3 off - rotating shift pattern

Due to the nature of the shift pattern you must be able to work any day of the week

Pay Rates

• Day Shift - £13.85 p/h - with enhanced weekend rate for days only at £15.29
• Night Shift - £15.42 p/h
• 30 minutes unpaid break

As a Warehouse Operative you will need to have:

• Interest to learn new skills and processes as full training will be provided.
• Communication and numeracy skills - a good level of English is required.
• Good attention to details.
• Excellent Timekeeping and high performance.
• This is a full-time role; you must have full-time Right to Work permitted.

Role of a Warehouse Operative:

• Picking and packing a varied range of products.
• Work will be assigned on different departments in the warehouse.
• Label, wrap and move pallets within the warehouse.
• Perform general warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits of working with us as Warehouse Operative:

• 28 Holidays per year
• Weekly Pay
• Easy access to payslips, online customer support and more on the Job & Talent app
• Employee benefits such as high street discounts available on our mobile app.
• Pension Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Mortgage references
• 24 hours support from our onsite team.
• On-site restaurant serving hot and cold fresh food.

Location: Warrington WA5 3TP

Duration: Ongoing

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Warehouse Operative jobs in Warrington.

Sign your contract with Job & Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.

If you are interested in the above role, please click apply and one of our team members will get in touch with you shortly!

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Warehouse Operative - Immediate start

Warehouse Operative - Warrington WA5 - Earn Up to £15.42 p/h Apply now!

At Job & Talent, we are recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to work with an important company in the Warrington WA5 3TP area. THG is a leading global e-commerce technology group and brand owner, providing end-to-end e-commerce solutions for local and global brands.

Shift Patterns and Working Hours:

• Day shift: 9:30 - 18:00
• Night Shift: 18:00 - 02:30
• Rota: 5 in 3 off - rotating shift pattern

Due to the nature of the shift pattern you must be able to work any day of the week

Pay Rates

• Day Shift - £13.85 p/h - with enhanced weekend rate for days only at £15.29
• Night Shift - £15.42 p/h
• 30 minutes unpaid break

As a Warehouse Operative you will need to have:

• Interest to learn new skills and processes as full training will be provided.
• Communication and numeracy skills - a good level of English is required.
• Good attention to details.
• Excellent Timekeeping and high performance.
• This is a full-time role; you must have full-time Right to Work permitted.

Role of a Warehouse Operative:

• Picking and packing a varied range of products.
• Work will be assigned on different departments in the warehouse.
• Label, wrap and move pallets within the warehouse.
• Perform general warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits of working with us as Warehouse Operative:

• 28 Holidays per year
• Weekly Pay
• Easy access to payslips, online customer support and more on the Job & Talent app
• Employee benefits such as high street discounts available on our mobile app.
• Pension Scheme
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Mortgage references
• 24 hours support from our onsite team.
• On-site restaurant serving hot and cold fresh food.

Location: Warrington WA5 3TP

Duration: Ongoing

This is an amazing opportunity if you are looking for Warehouse Operative jobs in Warrington.

Sign your contract with Job & Talent for some great working benefits and professional stability.

If you are interested in the above role, please click apply and one of our team members will get in touch with you shortly!

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Are you ready to kick start your retail career? Join our Employer of choice, award winning retail team as a casual Junior Store Assistant at ALDI, where opportunities are endless!

At ALDI we do supermarkets a bit differently. With us, you’ll receive all the training you need to become a retail superstar and gain the confidence to set you up for success - now and into the future. Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that support one another in achieving our shared purpose - for our customers to live richer lives for less.

Junior Store Assistants are the backbone of our retail stores and keep our stores running by:

• Assisting customers with finding their favourite products on the shop floor with a smile
• Keeping our aisles organised, clean and looking fabulous  
• Back of store duties including unloading and unpacking stock, keeping our shelves full so our customers can find their favourites!

Job Summary Assist the Technical Services Manager in the operational management and development of the pharmacy department. Provide support and deputise for the Technical Services Manager as required. Monitor and manage Commercial Medicines Unit pharmacy contracts and be responsible for ensuring the Pharmacy stock control system is kept up to date with the latest information. Monitor current and forecasted supply disruptions, liaising with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technical Services Manager and taking necessary actions to ensure the safe and effective management of issues impacting on the Trust. Co-operate with all pharmacy staff in providing and developing an efficient and comprehensive pharmaceutical service for patients of the hospital. Work in collaboration with the Technical Services Manager and organise, supervise and line manage staff working in the department as necessary. Update and take responsibility for departmental policies and procedures (SOPs) for operational activities within the pharmacy department, including for the Purchasing and Invoicing of medicines. Ensure medicines management compliance as per Trust, regional and national guidelines. Support workforce planning for technical and support staff by actively participating in staff recruitment. Key Responsibilities Operational Liaise with and provide information to the pharmacy staff in relation to initiating orders for stock items and other special items, directing and prioritising when needed. Respond to queries from pharmacy staff regarding stock supply, lead times, supply issues and provide specialist technical advice on the procurement of medicines for the trust. Lead and organise the purchasing and invoicing staff in maintaining contract details for CMU regional contracts and send contract information to Lloyds pharmacy contacts for both sites. Support the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager by attending CMU North-West Operational Group meetings when required. Ensure trust specific issues relating to contracts and contract lines are raised to the Regional Procurement Pharmacist. Attend external meetings relating to purchasing as and when required. Ensure mandatory checks of Unlicensed medicines are carried out on receipt of deliveries in line with MHRA recommendations. Monitor the UL medicines process to ensure SOPs are followed and that documentation is completed and stored appropriately. Support Cost Improvement Programmes (CIP) by ensuring cost savings identified are reported appropriately. Monitor off contract spend and support the purchasing and invoicing team to identify off contract claims. Oversee the claim submissions to ensure that these are processed in line with the terms and conditions. Utilise reporting within Exend+ and complete appropriate mapping to ensure external benchmarking data is accurate and up to date. Monitor efficiency of invoice processing and provide support with invoice discrepancies. Liaise with finance colleagues to resolve issues. Highlight drug cost pressures to the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and work together to support the rational and cost-effective purchase of medicines. Communicate key medicine shortages effectively and provide up-to-date information relating to stock shortages across the trust and work with the pharmacy team to manage issues. Develop and maintain a procurement performance dashboard. Support the Technical Services Manager by producing monthly reports for inclusion in the departmental KPIs. Ensure ordering, invoice and computer documentation is completed and up to date. Communicate with a wide range of healthcare professionals, pharmacy staff, external wholesalers and suppliers on a wide range of issues relating to medicines. This may include advice, guidance, statistical information and or financial information around contracts/invoices as well as stock shortages and issues. Locate supplies of medicines in other hospitals, pharmaceutical manufacturers or wholesalers if required in an emergency. Support the Pharmacy team with responding to medicine recalls of all classes. Participate in dealing with National Patient Safety alerts and ensure assigned actions are carried out or delegated appropriately. Possesses knowledge across a range of pharmacy procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge, experience and relevant practices. To support Dispensary and Ward Based Services in a safe and efficient manner to ensure operation in line with best practice. To co-ordinate technical and support staff, organising work schedules and ensure that staff respond to the changing demands during the working day, ensuring an efficient skill mix. Participate in regular Senior Technical Team meetings and cascade information to relevant technical and support staff groups. Attend relevant Pharmacy staff meetings on a regular basis and to co-operate with the Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technical Services Manager regarding the strategic development of the Pharmacy Purchasing service. To counsel and educate patients and carers on the correct use of their medication and assess their understanding of the medicines prescribed. To work alongside the pharmacy EPMA team in the management of current and future digital systems initiatives. To support the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager in the management of clinical trial activities. Manages and coordinates audits/research work to identify good practice and potential service developments. Managerial/Leadership To work independently within appropriate guidelines, referring to manager when necessary. Management of technical and support staff; participate in appraisal/PDRs, sickness absence, recruitment and selection decisions, departmental workload and allocation. Adhere to and promote the NHS code of conduct for managers and staff. In the absence of Technical Services Manager, represent the pharmacy service on relevant Trust and external committees. Clinical Governance / Quality Ensure that Clinical Governance across medicines supply aspects of the pharmacy service is performed. Ensure technical and support staff are aware of their responsibilities under health and safety legislation and they are appropriately trained and provided with any necessary equipment to carry out their function. Ensure all ward based and dispensary technical and support staff comply with mandatory training requirements and professional registration. Use the Trusts incident reporting system to report and manage any medication errors, medicine alerts and medicine recalls. Education, Training & Development To be responsible for the internal training packages for pharmacy staff, ensuring all relevant staff successfully complete as is required by department policies and procedures. To undertake appropriate training courses and encourage other staff to undertake further training. To foster a culture of continuing professional education and vocational training of all technical and support staff. Deliver education/training programmes to Trust employees, internal and external to the pharmacy department. General To participate in and fully co-operate with Bank Holiday, Statutory Holiday, weekend, early morning and evening services as per departmental arrangements. To work in all sections of the department as required by the Pharmacy Technical Services Manager. To uphold Trust and Pharmacy departmental policies and procedures at all times. To undertake such reasonable duties as may be required from time to time. To adapt and adhere to changes that may occur, which affect the current practices within the pharmacy department, such as the introduction of new equipment, policies and hours of working, after discussion and reasonable notice.

Purchasing manager
Ebbw Vale
Salary up to £48,000
Great benefits package
Early finish on Friday

Hunter selection are working closely with a manufacturing company that has experienced substantial growth in 2024 and continues to drive forward with their recruitment, they're looking for an experienced purchasing manager to join their team, you'll be directly involved in the sourcing of products and services to achieve a cost saving plan.

Job description:

• Tracking the performance plan in accordance with the purchasing budget objectives
• Sourcing suppliers, contract drafting, negotiation and managing suppliers through the whole procurement process.
• Creation of purchase orders and schedules within SAP
• Run tenders, evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors
• Negotiate, execute and monitor contractual agreements with key suppliers

Experience:

• Either purchasing or supply chain procurement qualification
• Proven experience at senior level
• Ability to interpret and understand complicated legislation
• Extensive experience managing suppliers and internal stakeholders across international business

If you are interested in this position please click 'apply'.

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Procurement Manager / Purchasing Lead / Advisor who has experience sourcing products, services and suppliers ideally for public services / local authorities / local government is required for a well-established consultancy based in Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England.


SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid. 3 Days Working from Home and 2 Days in the Office based in Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Procurement Manager / Purchasing Lead / Advisor who has experience sourcing products, services and suppliers ideally for public services / local authorities / local government.

Working as the Procurement Manager / Purchasing Lead / Advisor you will oversee the procurement operations for the business.

As the Procurement Manager / Purchasing Lead / Advisor you will be responsible for managing the tender process, sourcing products and services, and ensuring the best value for money while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.



APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.


DUTIES

Your duties as the Procurement Manager / Purchasing Lead / Advisor include:

• Tender Management: Lead and manage the end-to-end tender process, including the preparation of tender documents, evaluation of bids, and negotiation with suppliers

• Sourcing: Identify and source products, services, and suppliers that meet the company’s quality, cost, and delivery requirements

• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective communication, timely delivery, and the resolution of any issues

• Cost Optimisation: Continuously seek opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining the required quality and service levels

• Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies

• Contract Management: Negotiate, draft, and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favourable terms and conditions for the company

• Market Analysis: Conduct regular market analysis to stay informed of industry trends, pricing, and new products/services

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with the procurement process


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role, ideally within public services / local authorities / local government

• Strong knowledge of tender processes, contract management, and supplier relationship management

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills

• Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Familiarity with relevant procurement software and tools

• CIPS qualification or equivalent is desirable


HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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Purchase Ledger
Liverpool
Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm (4pm finish on a Friday)
Ongoing temporary contract
Up to £15ph - Immediate start!

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you have experience in Purchase Ledger? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are working with one of our clients to find a Purchase Ledger to start immediately due to a very busy period, you must have previous experience and the ability to hit the ground running!

Duties of the Purchase Ledger:

* To match and post supplier invoices onto system
* Electronically invoice match to appropriate purchase orders and stock receipts
* Processing payments to suppliers in accordance with agreed terms
* Ensure all supplier statements are reconciled and queries are dealt with in the appropriate manner
* Processing payment of employee expense claims once appropriately approved
* Maintaining the creditors ledger, allocating payments, and reconciling suppliers' statements
* Set up new supplier accounts and maintain existing account details within the purchase ledger
* Point of contact for purchase ledger queries, investigating and raising supplier issues
* Escalating purchase ledger queries if unable to resolve
* Communicate efficiently and effectively with other departments, senior members of the organisation, customers, and suppliers
* Dealing with supplier phone calls, chasing for payments, and resolving queries / issues
* Maintain purchase ledger administration functions, including filing of invoices and statements
* Working with the purchase ledger Supervisor to produce reports

If you feel you have the right skill set for this role then please APPLY NOW for an immediate telephone call.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Warehouse Operative - Immediate start

Warehouse Operative - Warrington WA5 - Earn Up to £15.42 p/h Apply now!

At Job & Talent, we are recruiting for Warehouse Operatives to work with an important company in the Warrington WA5 3TP area. THG is a leading global e-commerce technology group and brand owner, providing end-to-end e-commerce solutions for local and global brands.

Shift Patterns and Working Hours:

• Day shift: 9:30 - 18:00
• Night Shift: 18:00 - 02:30
• Rota: 5 in 3 off - rotating shift pattern

Due to the nature of the shift pattern you must be able to work any day of the week

Pay Rates

• Day Shift - £13.85 p/h - with enhanced weekend rate for days only at £15.29
• Night Shift - £15.42 p/h
• 30 minutes unpaid break

As a Warehouse Operative you will need to have:

• Interest to learn new skills and processes as full training will be provided.
• Communication and numeracy skills - a good level of English is required.
• Good attention to details.
• Excellent Timekeeping and high performance.
• This is a full-time role; you must have full-time Right to Work permitted.

Role of a Warehouse Operative:

• Picking and packing a varied range of products.
• Work will be assigned on different departments in the warehouse.
• Label, wrap and move pallets within the warehouse.
• Perform general warehouse duties as assigned.

Benefits of working with us as Warehouse Operative:

• 28 Holidays per year
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Your new company
An award-winning and reputable manufacturing business in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer to join their Procurement function to help deliver optimal value for money and successful foster and manage key stakeholder relationships. The role has become available due to an internal promotion, which has created a great opportunity for someone to join the team as a Buyer, supporting the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager. An award winning and reputable manufacturing business in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Materials Buyer to join their Procurement function to help deliver optimal value for money and successful foster and manage key stakeholder relationships. The role has become available due to an internal promotion, which has created a great opportunity for someone to join the team as a Buyer, supporting the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager.

Your new role
As Materials Buyer, you will be responsible for the effective spend management of £12m of both material spend and indirect spend. The role entails managing key commercial relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, so you will need to be a confident communicator who can easily adapt their communication style to suit your audience. You will monitor and track market rates for materials, and you will effectively negotiate with suppliers to agree terms and prices which are commercially viable and favourable, which deliver the best value for money.

The majority of the role is focused around raw materials spend, so ideally, you will have prior experience in this area of spend already.

The role is office based 5 days per week and the working hours are Monday-Thursday 0800-1600, and Friday 0800-1530.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience as a Buyer/Procurement Officer within a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Experience of purchasing raw materials
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident at dealing with stakeholders of varying seniority levels
• Able to confidently and successfully negotiate and influence others

What you'll get in return

• Competitive starting salary between £35,000 - 38,000 depending on experience
• Easily accessible via public transport or car, with ample free parking on site
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Learning and development opportunities

What you need to do now
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My client is a reputable not-for-profit organisation based in Liverpool, dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Their mission is to support and uplift those in need through various initiatives and programs. They are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join their team for a period of 12 months and contribute to their ongoing success.

Role Overview:
As a Procurement Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the organisation to prepare for the upcoming Procurement Act 2023. You will provide operational support with tendering activities to the wider procurement team, ensuring compliance and efficiency in their procurement processes. This role is essential in helping the organisation to navigate the new legislative landscape and maintain their commitment to best practices in procurement.

Key Responsibilities:
Legislative Research: Stay updated on the upcoming changes in procurement legislation, particularly the Procurement Act 2023, and understand its implications for our organisation.
Stakeholder Communication: Communicate legislative changes concisely and effectively to stakeholders across the organisation, ensuring everyone is informed and prepared.
Framework Evaluation: Research and evaluate the most appropriate procurement frameworks available in the market, considering factors such as cost, efficiency, and compliance. You will also provide a shortlist of suitable frameworks and detailed recommendations to the Procurement Manager, supporting informed decision-making.
Tendering Support: Assist in the preparation and management of tendering activities, ensuring all processes are conducted transparently and in accordance with legal requirements.
Collaboration: Work closely with the procurement team and other departments to ensure seamless integration of procurement activities within the organisation.

Experience required:

• Some procurement experience, ideally within the public sector, with a good understanding of procurement processes and regulations.
• Strong research skills with the ability to analyse and interpret complex information.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey information clearly and concisely.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Flexibility and adaptability to navigate changes in legislation and organisational needs.

In return you will receive:

• A competitive salary of £31,100 per annum
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme
• Access to various wellbeing initiatives and perks, including health and wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within the organisation.
• Hybrid working policy with only 1-2 days per week required in the office (as well as for any ad-hoc meetings which require attendance in the office)
• A 12 month contract with a great company, and some excellent experience which will look great on your CV for your future procurement career.

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