Purchasing & Supply Jobs In Avon

The purpose of the role is to manage the parts acquisiton process for bought-out products. The role includes working with internal customers as well as supplieres, whilst working as part of a buying team. The Buyer is responsible for all related operational aspects, including ventdor selection, negotiation an expediting.

Responsibilities
Work with the Project Team to establish planning milestones and objectives.
Ensure that sourcing strategies are applied within the Project.
Challenge designs for optimal cost solutions through promotion and co-ordination of Supplier involvement in the design process.
Liaison with the Project Team to ensure that information is released in a timely manner to the supply base.
Work with project plans and key milestones to ensure fluid implementation of procurement plans.
Manage supplier activity through a structured part introduction process.
Risk Analysis – indentify and resolve supply issues in order to meet project commitments.
Indentify and resolve supply issues.
Prepare and issue bid packages when required
Enter procurement data and order creation, in accordance with Detailed Procedures.
Expedite and communicate order status to project teams.
Develop and maintain product cost measures
Ensure that goods and services procured by the company represent best value for money and are governed by appropriate contractual terms, and that any savings yielded are recorded.
Gain an understanding of key suppliers’ capability, including supplier visits
Understand general project requirements, such as schedule, budget, and special terms & conditions.
Act as the main point of contact with the supplier, and manage the flow of information between The company and the supplier
Provide data for the procurement KPIs & departmental reviews.

Qualifications & Requirements

• The post holder will have at least 2 years experience in a purchasing or similar role.
• Basic working knowledge of contract law.
• Strong negotiator.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of commercial issues and purchasing techniques.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and have an aptitude for learning new techniques, methods and principles.
• Must be computer literate, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be capable of prioritising and multi-tasking, and working to agreed schedules and budgets.
• Must be self-motivated, and can work within a group or individually.
• Must also have a flexible approach to the workload.

Security
The successful candidate will need to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements.

This vacancy is being advertised by NCR (New Century Recruitment Ltd). The services advertised by NCR are those of an Employment Agency.

Initially for 6 months with a potential view to beyond (of course not guaranteed). The salary will be circa £19 per hour PAYE. This is a potential long term contract opportunity available for a Expeditor (role title Technical Assistant) working on a Marine Programme.

The main purpose of the role is to raise bills of material for the Weapon Handling and discharge system for military vehicles, ensuring the latest build standards are considered. This is to be done using the existing drawing suite, illustrated parts catalogues and modification leaflets.

Other associated tasks include, raising Product deviation permits, and possibly associated project tasks where required.

Suitable applicants will display the following attributes;
- Knowledge of technical drawing conventions
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Good attention to detail
- Strong problem solving skills
- Previous experience of working in an office environment

This vacancy is being advertised by NCR (New Century Recruitment Ltd). The services advertised by NCR are those of an Employment Agency.

This is a long term contract opportunity available for a Technical Assistant working on a Marine Programme in Bristol.

The main purpose of the role is to raise bills of material for the Weapon Handling and discharge system for military vehicles, ensuring the latest build standards are considered. This is to be done using the existing drawing suite, illustrated parts catalogues and modification leaflets.

Other associates tasks include, raising Product deviation permits, and possibly associated project tasks where required.

Suitable applicants will display the following attributes;
- Knowledge of technical drawing conventions.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Good attention to detail.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Previous experience of working in an office environment.

This vacancy is being advertised by NCR (New Century Recruitment Ltd). The services advertised by NCR are those of an Employment Agency.