Total 4 Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory job vacancies in Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 1NH

Job title: Portfolio Procurement Lead
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP - Subject to clearance
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £45,000 per annum (flexibility depending on experience)
Location: Chorley - Hybrid available
Hours of work: 37 hours Monday to Thursday

Applicants must have experience of the following:
- Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience
- Must have an adaptable, patient and positive attitude
- CIPS qualified level 4
- Extensive contract drafting experience
- Strong negotiating skills
- Experience of RFQ/ITT processes and principles

Ideally applicants should also have:
- Degree qualified in engineering, project management or equivalent
- Line management experience

Role information:

- Provide assistance and support to the supply chain manager
- Provide advice to the procurement team in the delivery of objectives
- Provide a quality procurement & supply chain service that is compliant with the lifecycle requirements
- Help deliver multiple procurement projects simultaneously, ensuring contracts protect from unnecessary risks
- Act as a link between Portfolio delivery teams, the procurement team and the suppliers to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner

Interested in this position? please click "apply now"
We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
This permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Immediate start - No experience required!

Challenge-trg Recruitment are EXCITED to have you on our team as a Warehouse Operative in Preston, PR2 9ZD working with the UK's only integrated services and safety products business.

As a Warehouse Operative, you will earn £12.00 per hour.

Your shift times and days as a Warehouse Operative:

• 06:00am until 14:00pm and 14:00pm until 22:00pm
• 8 hours shifts
• 5x days (Monday to Friday)

Your benefits as a Warehouse Operative:

• Temp to perm, full training provided
• Canteen on site
• Guaranteed career progression

We're a Flexible Pay Employer that offers Wagestream. The money management app lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each month, get discounts on your shopping, check your benefits entitlement, and much more.

Challenge-trg Recruitment has partnered up with the Company Shop, which will enable our staff and colleagues the opportunity to access their membership scheme free of charge. You can gain access to discounted food at up to 70% off the recommended retail price.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) in all our employment practices to all employees, temporary workers, and applicants for employment without regard to age, gender reassignment, married or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity leave, disability, race including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

If you are passionate then APPLY for this exciting opportunity.

Challenge-trg Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy

Your new company
An established and market-leading manufacturing business in Burnley is seeking a driven and commercially minded Buyer to join their friendly Procurement team. This is a global business with £multi-million turnover and a trading history spanning over half a century.

Your new role
As a Buyer, you'll take charge of procuring materials and services while ensuring smooth supply chain operations. From managing purchase orders to leading cost-saving initiatives, your expertise will help the company to achieve top-notch efficiency and quality.

The Buyer's responsibilities will include:

• Managing purchase orders using SAP to align with material planning.
• Keeping supplier records and material pricing up-to-date.
• Building strong supplier relationships and negotiating favourable terms.
• Leading tenders and contributing to contract negotiations.
• Driving process improvements and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolving supplier queries and internal concerns swiftly.
• Monitoring supplier performance and creating insightful reports.

What you'll need to succeed

• CIPS Level 4 qualification (essential).
• Proven negotiation skills with a track record of achieving cost savings.
• Excellent communication and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in IT systems, with SAP experience highly desirable.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive starting salary up to £40,000 + discretionary bonus scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Annual profit share
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Discounted gym membership
• Holiday purchase scheme

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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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.