Senior Buyer

We are now looking to recruit an experienced senior Buyer who will work as part of the procurement department to optimise the overall purchasing performance for the business, with a specific remit on supply from designated EU countries and worldwide. He/she will lead the Parallel Import (PI)/ Pharmaceuticals category and ensure the Company has the most updated quality range at competitive prices to meet our growing customer requirements.

The role is full-time, permanent Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.

Pay
- Circa £42,000 Depending on relevant industry experience, commercial skills, and a proven track record.

**Responsibilities**
- Source products competitively from EU suppliers and alternative sourcing opportunities throughout the UK, with consideration to cost, availability, and continuity of supplies.
- Develop and maintain excellent rapport with suppliers through regular contact.
- Maintain the integrity of supplier information (including their products) within the Company’s database systems.
- Monitor purchase orders to ensure these are modified as required to meet changes (e.g. in specifications and goods are delivered at the correct time and at the best prices).
- Manage and maintain up-to-date supplier lists and pricing arrangements to ensure the best commercial terms.
- Maintain records of current outstanding orders as well as deliveries partially fulfilled, to give a constant overview of the unfulfilled purchase orders’ position of the business.
- Maintain records of:

- stock usage through sales
- economic reorder quantities
- lead times from suppliers and other supplier performance information
- supplier spreadsheets to ensure price lists are correct and up to date.
- Liaise with the sales department on a regular basis to ensure stock turn is maintained, minimise out-of-date products, and provide excess stock information.
- Check existing stock levels and calculate future purchasing needs based on recent sales usage.
- Work cooperatively and effectively with the Regulatory Affairs department.
- Source new suppliers on a continual basis.
- Ensure that credits owed and due to suppliers and customers are received on time.
- Liaise with internal departments on incoming deliveries, to ensure production planning.
- Follow Just in Time (JiT), in order to optimise the delivery of the product and follow up to ensure that the pre-agreed stock arrives on time.
- Possess an excellent market understanding and an awareness of any relevant changes, such as ECMA number changes, price changes, and new product launches.
- Monitor the performance of suppliers and products to ensure standards are met based on time, delivery, quality, quantity, and cost of suppliers.
- Conduct research on new products and licenses (prices, availability, and usage).
- Develop and support growth in the Company’s export business, including setting up the supply chain.

**Skills & experience**
- At least 3 years of experience in purchasing and stock control.
- Proven excellent negotiation and customer service skills displayed within a similar role.
- Knowledge and experience of the FMCG sector or pharmaceutical market. Ideally within PI and generics is highly advantageous.
- Proven ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other departments, notably Regulatory Affairs, Sales and Logistics.
- Proven ability to work to clear procedures and SOPs in accordance with regulatory requirements.

**Competencies**
- Highly accurate, meticulous, and demonstrates attention to detail.
- Highly numerate and analytical in a commercially oriented manner.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (including presentation skills).
- Confident decision-maker and proven ability to work under pressure.
- Focused, led by example, and show initiative, with a positive attitude and a commitment to excellence.

**About us**

Chemilines Group is a successful importer, wholesaler, and distributor of pharmaceuticals, generics, and branded fragrances. We are also manufacturers of surgical dressings and medical devices. With a growing customer base and increasing product portfolio, the Company is now set for further expansion. Providing excellent customer service support and production facilities, the company is dedicated to its customers who include leading retail and national pharmacy groups & and wholesalers.

We are located in Wembley, West London. The nearest Tube stations include Alperton, Hanger Lane and Perivale (Piccadilly & Central Lines).

**What we offer**
- SME company with plenty of opportunities to grow and progress.
- Free car parking on site.
- Staff discount on certain products.
- Nest Pension scheme

**Salary**: £40,000.00-£42,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Middlesex, HA0 1DX (required)