Senior Buyer

6 months ago


Gloucester, United Kingdom Furndeco group Full time

Do you have a passion for procurement? Are you proactive and a great communicator who enjoys working with suppliers? We’re a successful furniture company looking for a hardworking and self-motivated person to join our amazing team.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced and driven individual who wants to be part of our journey as a Buyer.

**Why work for us?**

There’s loads of great reasons to come and join us, here are just a few:

- Medical Benefit including the following:

- Discount vouchers
- Access to 24/7 GP Service
- Physiotherapy
- 24/7 Employee Helpline
- Mental Health Support
- Financial & Legal Support
- Death in Service payment
- Free tea & coffee
- Free parking

**What about you?**

To be successful in this role you will:

- Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favourable pricing, terms, and conditions while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities, implement cost reduction initiatives, and drive efficiency in the procurement process. Conduct periodic reviews to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast demand, monitor inventory levels, and implement strategies to optimise inventory turnover and minimise stockouts.
- Manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, timely delivery, and adherence to budgetary constraints and cash flow. Monitor and track order status to ensure on-time delivery.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, such as supply disruptions. Develop contingency plans to minimise the impact of unforeseen events.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including contracts, purchase orders, and supplier information. Prepare regular reports on procurement metrics.

**Have you got the following skills?**
- Over 3 years’ experience as a buyer
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles and practices
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Familiarity with legal and contractual frameworks
- Degree or CIPS/management qualifications (preferable)

**What next?**

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

**Salary**: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Buyer: 3 years (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Gloucester: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person


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