Total 4 critical care provider job vacancies in Purchasing / Procurement / Inventory category in Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5DA

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.

Job Title: Procurement Officer (LC6)
Location: Preston
Salary:

• CIPS Level 5: £16.22 - £18.41 per hour
• CIPS Level 6: £18.41 - £20.63 per hour

Job Category: Financial

Description:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a police force in Lancashire with the recruitment of a skilled Procurement Officer. We are looking for candidates who are part or fully qualified in Level 5 or Level 6 of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). The role involves managing procurement processes, tendering, and contract negotiations within public sector frameworks.

Requirements:

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 qualification
• Experience in public sector procurement
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and contract management
• NPPV3 Vetting required

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking procurement projects in line with public contract regulations
• Managing high-value tenders and contracts
• Providing procurement advice to senior managers
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and achieving value for money

To apply or for more information, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk OR call 01772 208962

Job Title: Procurement Officer (LC6)
Location: Preston
Salary:

• CIPS Level 5: £15.48 - £17.57 per hour
• CIPS Level 6: £17.57 - £19.70 per hour

Job Category: Financial
Description:
Service Care Solutions is assisting a police force in Lancashire with the recruitment of a skilled Procurement Officer. We are looking for candidates who are part or fully qualified in Level 5 or Level 6 of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). The role involves managing procurement processes, tendering, and contract negotiations within public sector frameworks.
Requirements:

• CIPS Level 5 or Level 6 qualification
• Experience in public sector procurement
• Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and contract management
• NPPV3 Vetting required

Responsibilities Include:

• Undertaking procurement projects in line with public contract regulations
• Managing high-value tenders and contracts
• Providing procurement advice to senior managers
• Ensuring compliance with procurement laws and achieving value for money

To apply or for more information, contact:
Lewis Ashcroft
Email: Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk OR call 01772 208962

Purchasing Manager - Burnley - Industrial Manufacturing

About The Company

My client is an established industrial manufacturing business with innovation and customer focus at the heart of everything they do. Independently owned and with operations in over 40 countries across Europe, Asia, America and Russia they are driven by quality, efficiency, reliability and stability.

Due to internal progression, they are currently looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Manager to play a pivotal role in the ongoing development of their Purchasing Department / Team. The successful candidate should have strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead the existing team, whilst also contributing to the ongoing direction of the department.

Purchasing Manager - Package Details

• £45,000 - £50,000 dependent on experience
• £8,280 Car Allowance Per Annum
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Annual Profit Share
• Free On-Site Parking

Purchasing Manager - Requirements

• Qualified to CIPS Level 5
• At least 6 years Procurement or Supply Chain experience, ideally gained within a fast paced, process based industrial manufacturing environment
• Previous experience of leading a team of buyers and purchasing assistants
• Strong experience in Supplier Sourcing, Vendor Appraisal, Formal Tenders and Contract Negotiation
• Ability to work closely with all areas of the business and key stakeholders
• Previous experience / knowledge of SAP would be highly desirable

Purchasing Manager - Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the On-going development of the purchasing strategy
• Responsible for price and contract negotiation of circa £60M
• Focused on product cost reduction, value engineering, savings and efficiencies
• Provide industry insight to internal stakeholders
• Manage supplier relationships from selection to product availability
• On-going review of supplier performance
• Ongoing Management of Purchasing Team (4 Individuals)
• Manage MRP for all direct inventory

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