Buyer

Jackson Hogg Procurement division are delighted to be exclusively working with an organisation in Peterlee on the appointment of a Buyer to join their team on a permanent basis. Working in a supportive and friendly procurement team of 7 people, this role will manage inbound supply, supplier relationships and stock management.

Working hours are Monday to Friday and can be flexible either 08.00-16.30 / 08.30-17.00 depending on preference. They offer hybrid working of 1 day per week working from home and there is a bonus scheme included post-probationary period.

CIPS funding is on offer as part of the package and holidays are 20 days plus bank holidays.

The Role:

• Manage the purchase and replenishment of stock
• Manage the direct supply chain of the business maximising incentives, structuring deliveries, and minimising the cost of stock movements.
• Understand depot stock requirements, rotations, and supply patterns.
• Forecasting for seasonality spikes
• Key point of contact for major accounts from a stock perspective
• Negotiate with all departments and depots to achieve effective stock movements throughout the business
• Constant liaising with sales, warehouse and finance departments regarding delivery progress, issues, and requirements
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory, with a high degree of forecasting ahead of seasonal variations
• Ensuring that all listed products meet the required quality standards and specifications requirements
• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• To enhance, progress and leverage supplier relationships
• Deliver credible, insight led & actionable recommendations to support the growth of the business
• Report KPI’s to the business at regular intervals
• Manage the direct supply chain of the business maximising incentives, structuring deliveries, and minimising the cost of stock movements
• Key point of contact for key customer accounts

The Person:

• Ideally 3 years' plus in a purchasing role
• A 'can do’ attitude and positive approach
• Dynamic and creative with analytical integrity
• Forward thinking and proactive
• Key eye for detail for reporting and analysis
• Logical thinker with excellent organisational skills
• Ability to lead by example
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.

Interviews to take place ASAP with a May or June 2025 start date available.