Purchasing Controller

Working within a small team to manage the procurement of all product SKU’s. Effectively liaising with suppliers on a daily basis in order to achieve all required service levels.

Main duties include:

• Processing of purchase orders and goods receipt information
• Checking and processing order confirmation
• Follow up on overdue and unconfirmed orders
• Arranging transportation of components from UK & Europe
• Verifying all customs documentation including commodity codes and country of origin
• Manage products to agreed value and availability level
• Effective internal and external communication regarding stock management
• Handle supplier invoice processing and resolve any queries
• Assist with challenging client requests or issue escalations as needed.
• Liaise with production and internal sales and monitor PO requests based on forecasted data
• Liaise with warehouse and goods-in team to ensure smooth supply of goods
• Effectively communicate supplier lead-times to all concerned
• Manage Bills of Material process
• Manage non-conformance product process and liaise with suppliers for resolution
• General administrative support as required

Ideal candidates will have:

• Previous experience in a purchasing administration role or significant administration experience with ability to be trained in purchasing
• Experience of booking transport would be beneficial
• Excellent telephone manner
• Excellent written & oral communication skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to quickly pick up proprietary IT system
• High level of numeracy
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Ability to be a positive member of the team and contribute to the success of the business
• Excellent organisation skills
• Customer focused with proven ability to build trust with customers.