Total 3 Junior Executive level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Swindon, Wiltshire, sn1 1dq

Buying Co-Ordinator working three days in the office two from home.

£26,000 - £28,000 per annum

Monday to Friday 08.30-5pm

Seeking a buyer to join a bubbly forward thinking team near Swindon

Previous buying experience is a massive advantage but not essential

Must have excellent organisation, attention to detail, analytical and proficient excel / IT use

Duties include:

• To lead and manage the delivery of a competitive supply chain through strategic and operational procurement.
• To lead and manage the procurement team and department, with commercial and operational benefits being a key objective.
• Ensure the integrity and compliance with internal systems, processes and procedures.
• Actively ensure the department and team maintains appropriate liaison with internal stakeholders with the key objective of maintaining a pro-active approach.
• Ensure the continuity and expansion of the supply chain whilst maintaining competitive price solutions with the key objective of increased profitability.

Key Activities:

• Select suitable suppliers, prepare and issue enquiries, carry out quotation analysis and evaluation both on a project specific basis and longer-term strategic framework agreements for both material/equipment suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Negotiate and agree contracts for both goods and services in line with budget requirements.
• Negotiate and agree rebate contracts with key suppliers.
• Support and assist Project Quantity Surveyors in the selection and appointment of project specific labour teams and sub-contractors.
• Advise and liaise with estimators to ensure current cost information is communicated at bid stage and assist with obtaining competitive project specific quotes for goods and services.
• Ensure the procurement process is managed to facilitate project programmes.
• Attend internal meetings to support the delivery of projects in line with budget and programme requirements.
• Manage and co-ordinate the procurement and delivery of equipment on turnkey and key account projects.
• Report on price variants, target delivery performance and supplier service levels.
• Develop, maintain and improve supplier relationships and agreements.
• Quantify and produce schedules of materials and goods requirements from drawings and specifications.
• Undertake continuous monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain on both a regional and national basis, taking necessary actions to rationalise/expand the data base of suppliers.
• Ensure that all suppliers and sub-contractors are evaluated in line with company health & safety and competency requirements.
• Manage, support and mentor the procurement team to ensure efficiency of the department.

• Very good Excel skills
• Qualified or part qualified professional (CIPS, CIOB or RICS) would be an advantage
• Educated to minimum GCSE level.
• Be able to drive as not accessible via bus

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Purchasing / Buying Co-Ordinator working three days in the office two from home

£27,000 - £28,000 per annum

Monday to Friday 08.30-5pm

Seeking a buyer to join a bubbly forward thinking team near Swindon

Previous buying experience is a massive advantage but not essential

Must have excellent organisation, attention to detail, analytical and proficient excel / IT use

To lead and manage the delivery of a competitive supply chain through strategic and operational procurement.

To lead and manage the procurement team and department, with commercial and operational benefits being a key objective.

Ensure the integrity and compliance with internal systems, processes and procedures.

Actively ensure the department and team maintains appropriate liaison with internal stakeholders with the key objective of maintaining a pro-active approach.

Ensure the continuity and expansion of the supply chain whilst maintaining competitive price solutions with the key objective of increased profitability.

Key Activities

Select suitable suppliers, prepare and issue enquiries, carry out quotation analysis and evaluation both on a project specific basis and longer-term strategic framework agreements for both material/equipment suppliers and sub-contractors.

Negotiate and agree contracts for both goods and services in line with budget requirements.

Negotiate and agree rebate contracts with key suppliers.

Support and assist Project Quantity Surveyors in the selection and appointment of project specific labour teams and sub-contractors.

Advise and liaise with estimators to ensure current cost information is communicated at bid stage and assist with obtaining competitive project specific quotes for goods and services.

Ensure the procurement process is managed to facilitate project programmes.

Attend internal meetings to support the delivery of projects in line with budget and programme requirements.

Manage and co-ordinate the procurement and delivery of equipment on turnkey and key account projects.

Report on price variants, target delivery performance and supplier service levels.

Develop, maintain and improve supplier relationships and agreements.

Quantify and produce schedules of materials and goods requirements from drawings and specifications.

Undertake continuous monitoring and evaluation of the supply chain on both a regional and national basis, taking necessary actions to rationalise/expand the data base of suppliers.

Ensure that all suppliers and sub-contractors are evaluated in line with company health & safety and competency requirements.

Manage, support and mentor the procurement team to ensure efficiency of the department.

Very good Excel skills

Qualified or part qualified professional (CIPS, CIOB or RICS) would be an advantage

Educated to minimum GCSE level.

Be able to drive as not accessible via bus

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

A leading regional civils contractor is seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team based in Wiltshire. Joining a highly experienced finance department, reporting into the Purchase Ledger Manager and working alongside their accounts department, transactions manager and head of finance. Due to development and growth within the business this opportunity has come around.

This Purchase Ledger Assistant role will include processing purchase order numbers, processing employee expenses and company credit card expenses. Producing weekly pay runs, and reconciliating supplier statements as well as oversee up to date supplier records. Providing support and assistance with any relevant queries from both internal and external parties.

The Purchase Ledger Assistant position is with a highly reputable civils contractor with an impressive turnover in excess of £100M. With several regional offices based across the country, this Purchase Ledger Assistant is to be based out of their Head Office in Swindon. Traditionally projects are framework schemes for previous clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance specialist looking to get into the construction industry and expand their skillset.

You will either be an experienced Administrative Assistant looking to get into the finance sector or Purchase ledger Assistant, with a proven history of excellent numerical skills, effective communication skills and strong understanding of Microsoft Packages. Due to the nature of this role my client is prepared for the right ambitious candidate to be enrolled into further education and AAT. High standards and attention to detail will be well rewarded with a fantastic pathway for progression and development within an outstanding busy regional contractor.

If you want to hear more about this Purchase Ledger Assistant, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Claire Spiers in our Southampton Office on 07749578588.