The Company
Operating for over 80 years from within West Yorkshire, Victor Manufacturing Ltd are a long established, family owned and operated, manufacturer of catering equipment & servery counters, supplying a number of prestigious clients both nationally and internationally.
The Role
We are currently recruiting for a hardworking, organised and driven buyer to join our purchasing department. As a buyer, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing/maintaining stock levels on a daily basis to ensure production meets the sales demand.
- Assisting with stock checks in accordance with external auditors’ requirements.
- Maintaining a culture of continuous improvement across all areas of responsibility.
- Liaise with production and technical/R&D to identify shortages/requirements and address these as necessary.
- Researching, identifying, developing and implementing new processes, products and suppliers.
- Further strengthening and developing the capabilities of the department.
- Provide support and training to junior members of the team as and when required
The candidate
The candidate must be highly organised, reliable, have good negotiation skills and work well under pressure. Previous experience in buying / supply chain management is essential.
Experience in a buying / procurement role - Essential
CIPS Level 3 minimum - Desirable
Buying experience in a manufacturing industry - Desirable
Hours of work
7:30am – 16:00pm (Mon to Thurs)
7:30am – 15:00pm (Friday)
Benefits
33 Holiday days per year (including bank holidays)
Opportunities for pay and role progression
Opportunities for fully funded training
Company sick pay scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £33,000.00-£37,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Are you within 45 minutes commute of Keighley (BD21)?
Work Location: In person