Procurement Officer

2 months ago


Southampton, United Kingdom Virtua UK Ltd Full time

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Virtua UK are a leading provider of communication and infrastructure services. Our service propositions are within the telecoms, networking, and wireless industries.

As we continue to grow, the opportunities grow too. Due to our plans, we are looking to complement our existing team with a Procurement Officer.

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Coordinate purchasing activities to ensure timely procurement of goods and services - raising purchase orders, requesting quotes, GRN PO’s.
- Conduct market research and identify potential suppliers.
- Negotiate and establish contractual agreements with suppliers.
- Monitor and track supplier performance to ensure compliance with contract terms.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
- Analyze procurement data and prepare monthly reports for management.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to reduce procurement costs.
- Liaising with warehouse and on site staff to ensure products arrive in good condition and on time.
- Negotiate with suppliers to improve our payment terms, receive bulk purchase discounts and rebates.
- Querying of invoices with suppliers and requesting credits if necessary

**Requirements**:

- Previous Procurement/Purchasing experience essential.
- Confident Negotiator
- Great Analytical skills
- Proficient Microsoft Office skills
- Telecoms/construction background helpful but not essential
- A willingness to challenge and improve the way we currently work

**Benefits**
- IT equipment provided.
- Holiday entitlement with the option to buy more days.
- Pension.
- Life Assurance.
- Health Cash Plan.
- Shopping discounts.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Annual personal development plan.

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

Pay: £26,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Procurement: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Procman1



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