Total 5 Senior Executive level Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Blackpool, Lancashire, FY2 0LZ

Buyer / Senior Buyer - Industrial Manufacturing

Our client ar currently looking to recruit an experienced and pro-active, CIPS Qualified Buyer / Senior Buyer for their Purchasing team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager you will be responsible for managing the procurement of materials and services, maintaining supplier relationships and driving cost-saving initiatives. You will work closely with internal departments to meet material requirements and ensure supply chain performance aligns with company expectations.

Buyer / Senior Buyer - Main Responsibilities:

• Raise and amend purchase orders via SAP, ensuring alignment with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system demands.
• Update and maintain accurate material pricing in SAP, ensuring records are current and reflect the latest agreements.
• Liaise and maintain strong communication with suppliers, fostering long-term, mutually beneficial relationships.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure the best possible value for the company.
• Monitor and manage On-Time In-Full (OTIF) expectations from suppliers, addressing any issues that arise.
• Prepare formal tenders via the Request for Quotation (RFQ) and New Product Development (NPD) processes, ensuring competitive pricing and service.
• Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives, working towards streamlining procurement operations.
• Drive savings initiatives, striving to meet or exceed annual cost-saving targets.
• Handle and resolve invoice discrepancies, supplier queries, and internal concerns in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provide detailed and prompt responses to internal and external customer concerns, following established procedures.

Buyer / Senior Buyer - Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working as a Buyer / Senior Buyer within an industrial / general manufacturing environment
• Hold or be studying towards CIPS qualification (Level 4 minimum is required)
• SAP experience would be highly desirable
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative
• Ability to build and manage strong working relationships
• Ability to identify both short-term savings and longer-term opportunities to add value
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to leverage cost savings whilst maintaining service levels

For further details on this opportunity contact Jason Wallis in the first instance.

Your new company
I am working with a dynamic and forward-thinking company, based in Blackburn, who are looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger professional to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a company that values precision, efficiency, and teamwork.

Your new role
As a Senior Purchase Ledger, your primary responsibilities will include controlling and setting up new approved suppliers, processing multi-currency invoices, and ensuring adherence to purchase credit and returns policies. You will monitor unfulfilled orders, liaise with internal purchasing representatives, and work closely with the 'Goods In' department to resolve discrepancies. Additionally, you will be responsible for monthly reviews of supplier account information, chasing invoices, and reconciling supplier statements. Your role will also involve managing payment runs via BACS, liaising with external stakeholders for international payments, and ensuring compliance with HMRC Duty charges. This is a full time role, working 37.5 hours per week on a flexible basis.

What you'll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will need to be a motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic. Experience of working in a high volume purchase ledger role previously is essential, with an analytical mindset. You should have a proven ability to implement rigorous controls and processes, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Proficiency in all major IT applications, including Microsoft Excel (vlookups and pivot tables), is essential.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £30,000 and the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative environment. Other benefits will also include:

• Enhanced holidays
• Healthcare plan
• Flexible working
• Onsite parking

If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional looking to advance your career in finance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
What you need to do now
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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.

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Your new company

I am working with a £multi-million-pound and rapidly growing furniture company based in Lancashire. Their commitment to delivering exceptional products and customer experience has established them as a key player in the furniture industry. They are now seeking an experienced Buyer to join their dynamic team and contribute to their continued success.

Your new role
As a Buyer, you will play a vital role in formalising the company's purchasing procedures and developing customer-focused product ranges. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure that all suppliers meet high-quality standards. This role involves occasional travel to meet key stakeholders and suppliers, including trips to Germany and China. Additionally, you will lead and motivate a Buying Assistant, analyse competitor pricing, and stay ahead of market trends to identify potential best-selling products.

Key Responsibilities:
- Formalise and streamline company purchasing procedures.
- Plan, develop, and implement customer-focused product ranges.
- Manage and nurture relationships with existing suppliers, ensuring they meet quality standards.
- Negotiate pricing and contract terms with suppliers.
- Conduct occasional travel to meet with stakeholders and suppliers in Germany, China, and other locations.
- Lead and motivate a Buying Assistant within the team.
- Monitor competitor pricing and make adjustments to improve sales and profitability.
- Stay informed on market trends and proactively seek out new and upcoming products.
- Follow up with suppliers after trade shows to explore new opportunities.

What you'll need to succeed
- Prior experience in a similar role, ideally in furniture or homeware buying.- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to manage supplier relationships and ensure high-quality standards.
- Experience in developing and implementing product ranges.
- Willingness to travel internationally as needed.
- Proven ability to analyse market trends and competitor pricing.
- Leadership skills to manage and motivate a Buying Assistant.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, based on experience.- Exciting opportunities for international travel.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic company.
- 22 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working with only 2-3 days per week required in the office - they can be super flexible with this

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.

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A Vacancy at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


We have an exciting vacancy within our Pharmacy Purchasing, Invoicing & Homecare team. We are looking for someone who is hard working, enthusiastic and has excellent communication skills to join us. This is a permanent vacancy and full training will be provided.

We are looking to recruit a forward thinking and enthusiastic individual to join our small but busy pharmacy purchasing, invoicing & Homecare team.

Your duties will include:
• The purchasing and receipt of all medicines on behalf of the Trust and external customers
• Manual and electronic processing of all pharmaceutical invoices and payment claims
• The ordering, receipt and invoicing of Homecare medicines in line with national standards
• Dealing with queries relating to all purchasing and invoicing issues
• Working in accordance with the Pharmacy’s wholesale dealers and home office licences
• Ensuring medicines are procured in line with the Department of Health and the Trusts strategies
• Occasional cover of goods receipt area which may involve prolonged standing and heavy lifting
• Ordering and invoicing of all Homecare medicines for the Trust

Excellent numeracy, literacy and IT skills, as well as previous experience of working in either a busy finance, procurement or pharmacy environment are all essential for this role.

This role requires attention to detail and strong communication skills to ensure all medicines for the Trust are procured, received and invoiced correctly and on time.

It is a challenging but rewarding role which requires someone that has the ability to work in a pressurized environment, using their own initiative and is able to meet deadlines.

Candidates who are invited to interview will be required to carry out a basic numeracy and literacy skills test.



The Pharmacy Department at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals consists of over 140 members of staff. We provide a wide range of services including clinical support at ward level, a dispensary service, aseptic services, medicines procurement, clinical trials, medicines information and much more.

We are a friendly department and pride ourselves on making everyone feel welcome when they join our team.

We recommend that all individuals employed in patient facing roles, or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Please ensure that you have read the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.


This advert closes on Tuesday 7 May 2024

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Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Senior Buyer to join their dynamic team in Blackpool. You would play a key role as part of a fast-paced Purchasing function at one of the UK's leading manufacturers of dispense systems for the beer, water, and soft drink industries, supplying to household names such as Budweiser, Britvic, Molson Coors, and Karcher.

Offering an attractive salary of £35,000 - £41,000 dependent on experience plus benefits including…
- 4.5 day working week with midday finish every Friday
- Pension is 5% contribution and 3% Company contribution, Medicash
- Fantastic career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled buyer with experience of purchasing processes within a manufacturing background, ideally with experience of purchasing protocols using a MRP system, ideally NetSuite. You'd be joining a business which invests in its people, boasts excellent employee retention and staff engagement levels, and continues to develop incentives to support and maintain these levels of engagement.

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The Role
As Senior Buyer you would play an integral part of the manufacturing process, working closely with other depts within the business. You will ensure the effective management of suppliers to achieve the required performance targets, in conjunction with the internal stakeholders including production, operations, finance, quality and operational needs.

Key responsibilities will include…
- Ensure Pre-Purchase order authorisations are in place
- Complete and submit the order release process, with all appropriate documentation for authorisation
- Ensure all orders are in line with production / sales timescales requirements to ensure production continuity
- Oversee supplier set-up, strategic ordering, ensuring all parts and material are delivered on time in full
- Ensure effective communication and escalations of initial purchasing issues in a timely manner
- Maintain order record in form of order log or other appropriate mechanism

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The Candidate
The ideal candidate for Senior Buyer will possess…
- Significant experience working within a Purchasing function within an Engineering manufacturing environment
- Fully conversant with using MRP systems to determine "Demand Planning"
- MCIP qualified or working towards CIP's Qualification or desire to complete
- Excellent communication abilities - able to evidence successful application of negotiation skills
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, planning, and maintaining high-quality standards
- The ability to represent the company confidently to key suppliers and stakeholders

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The Company
A reputable company specialising in the design and manufacture of dispense systems for the beer, water, and soft drink industries. They are committed to delivering exceptional quality to their clients, and value the professional development of staff by providing opportunities for growth and learning in a supportive environment.

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This Senior Buyer role offers a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional to make a significant impact within a leading company and contribute to their continued success through strategic procurement initiatives. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, we encourage you to apply.


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