Where you will be working… Would you like to work for a leading global company in the medical industry? This well respected company is looking for a purchasing officer to assist in ensuring all functions and matters connected with purchasing are carried out in a timely manner. Having worked in a previous purchasing role will allow you to hit the ground running with this great opportunity.
What you will be doing… Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Processing of routine orders and associated follow up
- Ensure purchases are made at the most economic quantities to optimise cost-effectiveness.
- Responsible for sourcing and ordering items requested on an “as required” basis.
- Review purchases and investigate alternative sources of supply which will better meet company needs.
- Develop a list of preferred suppliers for all acquisitions.
- Undertake contract negotiations within the approved pricing policy
- Monitor consumable usage at each Practice, working with the Operations Manager to eliminate Dwastage and obsolescence.
- Oversee annual consumable stock-take, perform daily administrative duties, and handle other tasks and special projects as required.
- Daily administration duties + More!
What's in it for you… This is a great role with the opportunity to enjoy a long term career with this stable and very well known global organisation. If you want to work for a company that looks after their staff, has great staff retention then stop looking! A competitive salary is on offer.
Do you have what it takes…
- To be successful in this role you will have a 2-3 years experience in a similar role, ideally with experience in a multi-site, regionally based operation.
- You ideally will have experience in a medical/health industry
- High attention to detail, demonstrated initiative and strong customer service skills are essential.
- You will be commercially minded and it goes without saying you will be a team-player!!
- Proficiency in Word and Excel couple with strong administration and organisational skills are MUST HAVES in this role!
Apply today!