Procurement Specialist

As a key member of the Inventory and Purchasing team, we are seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer to join our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the purchasing process, from creating purchase orders to negotiating with suppliers.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, utilizing your skills in purchasing and inventory management to drive business growth. With a strong focus on customer service, you will develop and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role, with a proven track record of success in purchasing and inventory management. They will also possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to analyze data and identify trends.

We are committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment, where employees can grow and develop their skills. If you are a motivated and organized individual who is passionate about purchasing and inventory management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

• Key Responsibilities:
• Purchasing Officer - Raising purchase orders, monitoring and converting of purchase orders, communicating with suppliers
• Managing the daily receipt and purchasing of goods, their storage and any required issue resolution
• Negotiating with identified suppliers, providing authoritative, tailored advice and assistance to onsite staff, and reviewing and monitoring supplies and supplier performance to maintain adequate levels of supply on the (JIT) Principles
• Implementing processes to maintain stock, undertaking stock takes and managing stock holdings
• Provide assistance in ensuring activities are followed in accordance with HSE rules and regulations, including overseeing/advising on correct storage and handling of hazardous material, participating in waste disposal and maintaining associated equipment
• Managing deliveries of freight and loading/unloading of trucks arriving on site, in line with chain of responsibility (Forklift licence & experience)
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, and business policy, procedures and standards
• Participate in continuous improvement activities relating to purchasing and store/inventory practices and procedures
• Analyse usage trends and patterns and generate reports to inform planning and purchasing decision making
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with a range of customers, stakeholders and suppliers in order to facilitate efficient delivery of goods and services to clients

• Requirements:
• Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Purchasing/Stores officer and/or a similar type role
• Candidates with crushing experience will be highly considered
• Current & Valid C Class Drivers Licence (ESSENTIAL)
• HRWL - Forklift Licence (ESSENTIAL)
• High level of customer service skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders and suppliers, along with the capability to clearly present information that is appropriately targeted to the audience
• A high level of computer literacy, including experience using a purchasing and inventory management system
• Excellent conceptual, analytical and problem solving skills in order to identify errors and issues and develop effective and evidence-based solutions to problems, including the ability to interpret data and identify evolving trends/issues
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including a drug & alcohol screen
• Ability to pass applicable security screening requirements (National Police Clearance etc.)

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and career advancement. If you are a skilled and motivated individual who is passionate about purchasing and inventory management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.