Technical Purchasing Specialist

2 days ago

Letchworth, United Kingdom KwikFit Full time

**About us**
Everyone knows Kwik Fit for our tyres, but these days we do a whole lot more. Servicing, fleet services, fast-fit - whatever comes our way, our teams have what it takes to get the job done properly. And whilst half of our MOT and service appointments are booked in advance, either online or over the phone, we are still ready to save the day for customers who need us at the drop of a hat. You could say we’ve learnt to expect the unexpected

That’s what it’s all about for us - being there for customers in their hour of need and delivering friendly service of the highest quality when they need it most. It’s what makes our centres a valued part of their local communities.

And we’re just as dedicated to our staff. As part of the people team you’ll be playing a vital role in getting our teams ready for an electrified future, charged with developing their skills on the latest vehicle technology and helping them get to grips with all the technology in their workplace too. This includes your development too; we provide training delivery and facilitation skills development, alongside ongoing CPD covering both technical and soft skills to keep you up to date.

Sounds good, doesn’t it? That’s why we say, ‘you can’t get better’.

**The role**
Reporting to the **Head of Purchasing (Non-Tyres) **the **Technical Purchasing Specialist** is responsible for the evaluation and selection of equipment, products and associated services required to ensure the business can deal with and effectively repair, current and future vehicles within the network, as required. This role will coordinate the requirements across the Commercial team and the wider business, if required, to ensure the same due diligence procedures are applied in all technical categories and the same standards are applied to the purchasing of equipment, mechanical parts and other products if applicable.

The Mechanical & Equipment Categories play a vital part in ensuring that the retail centres have everything necessary in both equipment and components to allow retail centres to provide the best possible service to customers with mínimal issues. Quality, cost and longevity need to be calculated to offer the business the best possible solution for current and future needs.

All processes must be clearly documented in a standard format to allow transparency and an auditable trail that demonstrates why decisions were made, and the value behind all decisions.

This role will operate, working from home, though with travel required to all ETEL group locations nationally as required by the business. Therefore flexibility around travel and a full UK drivers licence would be essential for this role.

**Key accountabilities**
- Develop a clear understanding of the ETEL buying policy and the due diligence processes and procedures.
- Maintain up to date and accurate evidence to support all purchases of parts and equipment.
- Understand and be able to communicate the differences between different brands of the same product and the different types and brands of equipment purchased.
- Work with suppliers to fully understand all products available and be able to advise on the selection of these and what is most suitable for the business requirements.
- Work with the retail network, training team and other relevant stakeholders to ensure items selected for purchase are appropriate and will future proof the business to maintain its ability to repair customers vehicles.
- Fully participate in tender exercises as required, giving technical guidance as part of product selection process.
- Undertake factory visits as required and complete all necessary documentation for these.
- Deal with day to day issues from the network to ensure no operational lapses due to failures of equipment or other items.
- Assist with the continuous improvement of departmental supply chain practices and processes.
- Ensure all administration relating to the role within the department is kept up to date and is produced in an accurate and timely manner as instructed

**Skills & experience**
- Possess extensive technical knowledge, alongside some relevant experience
- Demonstrable logical and analytical approach, with a good level of numeracy and IT skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and build positive relationships at all levels
- Demonstrable business acumen
- Capacity to cope with quickly changing requirements, with the ability to work calmly under pressure when dealing with competing priorities
- Full UK Drivers Licence - B1 (Essential)

**Other**
- Company Car and Performance related bonus
- 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service
- Exclusive discounts at major retailers, restaurants, holidays and much more
- Generous staff discounts for you and your family
- Award-winning training and development, with fantastic career prospects
- Wide range of wellbei

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