Role and Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Purchasing all raw materials and components needed to manufacture our range of products
Providing updates regarding availability of materials and expedite / change suppliers where necessary
Maintaining accurate purchasing records within CIM50
Researching, analysing, and forecasting current and future buying trends in conjunction with the Production Manager
Working closely with the Commercial and Production Managers on scheduling plan within CIM50
Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers
Negotiating contracts with suppliers
Supplier Performance Management - Completing supplier reviews and audits as necessary
Working alongside Development team on sourcing material for new product development and re-works
Overseeing and maintaining inventory including; stock take, monthly reports on WIP, stock valuation
Communication across various teams
Supporting for shipping as required (to cover sickness, holidays, busy periods)
Supporting SHEQ team as required
Continual improvement of procedures in the Purchasing and Production departments
All other ad hoc duties as assigned

The role will be office-based, with occasional working from home possible after probationary period.

Full training on our products and services will be provided.

Essential Requirements:

Experience working with SAGE 50c and/or CIM packages
2+ years’ experience working in a manufacturing background, ideally electronics / engineering
Good Negotiation skills
Good working knowledge of Mircosoft package; Excel, Word, Outlook etc.
Excellent communication skills
Strong organisational skills

Competitive salary.
Flexible working & working from home.
Annual profit sharing bonus.
Full training and opportunity to gain external certifications.
Benefits scheme including cycle to work, eyecare, tech scheme, discount codes and vouchers.

All staff are expected to work to Company procedures at all times.