Acquisitions Specialist

About Us

Nationwide Platforms, the UK's market leader in powered access, is seeking an experienced Acquisitions Specialist to join our team. With a fleet of 13,500 machines operating from 32 depots across the country, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide commercial procurement support for MEWPs, SV, Tracked Booms Supply Chain
• Manage the Group's expenditure with external suppliers to ensure Quality, Cost, Delivery (QCD) performance
• Support in delivering the procurement strategy through sourcing activities that generate benefits and achieve financial savings targets
• Issue Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposal (RFP) to support the delivery of the procurement strategy
• Manage suppliers to work on Total Cost of Ownership activities
• Take the lead in efficient and effective expediting to ensure products are delivered into the business on time and to the correct quality standards
• Set up and maintain supply frame agreements and contracts
• Identify suppliers to implement consignment stock and Kanban's based on their specific commodities

Requirements:

• Experience of a similar role gained within a busy commercial environment
• Numerate and accurate with good analytical and reporting skills
• Able to work to tight deadlines, calm under pressure, and have excellent communication skills
• Good knowledge of purchasing best practice, performance orientated, attention to detail, mobile, and valid UK driving license
• Strong planning and organisational skills

Benefits:

• Estimated Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• BUPA Health Care
• Life Assurance
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Lifestyle Benefits – Discount on selected high street stores

We pride ourselves on putting health and safety first in all of the products, services, and support we provide. This commitment to welfare and wellbeing is epitomised by our 'Your Safety, Our Priority' programme.