Job Overview

Apply now Inside Out Purchasing & Supply has been engaged to recruit a Purchasing/Supply Chain Co-ordinator for a leading FMCG company based in Kent. Key Tasks/Responsibilities: * The planning and placing of purchase orders for raw materials and packaging to meet forecasted demand * Controlling minimum and maximum stock levels of all materials on-site * Assisting with negotiations on prices for raw materials and blanket order purchasing to obtain preferential pricing * Building strong relationships with suppliers through a pleasant and amiable demeanour to aid negotiations and secure preferred trading terms * Assisting in monthly stock takes of raw materials and finished goods * Managing third party warehouse providers to ensure stock levels are maintained and stock transfers planned regularly to avoid shortages Experience: * A degree within a business or appropriate related subject, a first is preferable * CIPS qualification desirable but not essential * Recent experience working within a purchasing or supply chain role desirable * Excellent working knowledge of managing data through Excel * Experience using ERP systems

Key Requirements

Buying Category Procurement Purchase Purchasing Sourcing Supply Chain Buyer Purchaser