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Buyer/Procurement Co-ordinator

Ref: 622150

West Midlands, UK

£37,000

  • Permanent
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Efficient Procurement Processing
  • Immediately Available

About the candidate

An experienced Procurement & Planning Coordinator with a history of working across multiple industries within medium to large-sized companies in the West Midlands area. Skilled in various aspects of procurement and planning, as evidenced by a diverse career track in roles such as Buyer, Procurement Co-ordinator, and Sales Trader. Keen to take on a permanent role where the focus is on maintaining supplier relations, procurement system management, and planning logistics to enhance production schedules.

What makes them great?

  • Proven Track Record: Successfully negotiated costs and managed high-volume workloads to streamline procurement processes for various projects, significantly contributing to improved efficiencies.
  • IT Skills: Strong IT skills, including proficiency in SAGE and Microsoft Office, enabling efficient management of procurement and planning tasks.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Effective in resolving urgent supplier or inventory issues, ensuring minimal disruption to production.

Areas of expertise

  • Procurement Management: Proficient in managing entire procurement cycles, using systems like SAGE to process orders and negotiations.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Adept at handling end-of-year negotiations and ensuring timely supply chain management.
  • Planning and Scheduling: Experienced in updating production schedules and coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery, directly supporting production timelines.