Purchasing Officer

3 weeks ago


Livingston, United Kingdom Realise Recruitment Full time

**Purchasing Officer - Housebuilder**

**£30,000 - £33,000 DOE, poss negotiable**

We are looking for an experienced Purchasing / Procurement / Buying Officer for a full-time permanent role with our retained client Rosewood Homes & Properties, who are a housebuilder company based in Livingston. Applicants must have relevant experience in a very similar role in the homebuilder/construction sector and be looking for a role where their contribution will be extremely important and highly valued within the organisation.

Applications received will go directly to the hiring board within Rosewood Homes, and so If you are invited to interview it will be because they have seen information in your CV and your employment history and background that will have been of interest to them for this opening.
- Sourcing, selecting and negotiating the best package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and service with suppliers
- Preparation and processing of purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Planning and managing inventory levels of materials and products in conjunction with the Site.
- Review of requisitions from the Site ensure required materials are ordered on a timely basis
- Preparing and maintaining documentation required for equipment/facilities on hire and to ensure off-hire at the correct time
- Monitoring and co-ordinating deliveries of items between suppliers to ensure all items are delivered to site/store on time
- Maintaining accurate records for purchasing and for any claims from faulty/short delivered material
- Sourcing sub-contractors and control of sub-contractor contract documentation
- Confirming purchase invoices match purchase orders and proof of delivery paperwork
- Collecting and reporting statistics to measure commodity and/or supplier performance
- Assisting with shipment/transportation related discrepancies and variances
- Maintaining/Developing supplier relationships
- Reconciling or resolving price discrepancies
- Assisting in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased
- Monitoring and reviewing purchasing budgets
- Procuring the best possible materials/supplies at the best possible price
- Sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts, discounts, payment terms and ensuring prompt delivery
- Sourcing new vendors for better quality products/items as well as better prices.
- Forecasting levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels
- Forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities
- Obtain quotes and process requisitions materials and equipment on Retail/Development projects
- Obtain quotes and appoint Sub-Contractors and Specialist trades for Retail/Development projects (Including issuing drawings for tendering)
- Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships and develop credit accounts with them.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.
- Meet with sales representatives from the various suppliers to compare their products and prices.
- Prepare reports weekly i.e. Delivery/Hire schedules
- Organise snagging by Sub-Contractors and order any materials required for Retail/Development projects
- Obtain quotes and organise Training for employees
- Fleet Management (i.e. maintenance, Mot, road tax etc.)
- Maintain business website (i.e. Properties for sale, new blogs, news on new and completed developments)
- Organise any Marketing requirements i.e. new build developments etc.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £31,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Livingston, West Lothian: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Purchasing: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: rw


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