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Purchasing Manager : Indirects



We are seeking applicants with senior level experience in developing and implementing indirect sourcing strategies within the retail sector.



Key Duties:

• Identify, analyse and restructure current Head Office and Retail Stores spend for all non-merchandise items
• Negotiation & centralising of all hard and soft facilities services for all retail stores
• Stock management, including reporting and analysing
• Import scheduling to the UK and international stores
• Packaging development, in conjunction with marketing
• Supplier relationship management, advising non-stock suppliers of annual volume requirements and delivery schedules in line with the seasonal forecast and with a view to minimising costs and maximising service and quality levels, sourcing new suppliers as appropriate.
• Undertake analytical work and business appraisals as requested by the Financial Controller
• Plan and organise any other ad hoc projects as required by the Financial Controller and to ensure that objectives and deadlines are met




Key Experience:

• Experience of senior level indirect buying at a managerial level.
• Demonstrate previous examples of delivering best value for money solutions with on-time delivery across a wide supplier base.
• Good understanding of International Manufacture & European and International supply chains.
• Retail experience is preferable
• Good PC skills and numerical competence are essential
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to influence at all levels
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills with the ability to adapt to ad hoc demands
• Personable and approachable




If you feel you have the suitable skills and experience to succeed in this role, please forward your CV to me as a matter of urgency.