Purchasing Jobs in Devon

Deputy Manager
Bristol
Up to £14,500 (dependent on experience) + Benefits

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an established Deputy Manager, to join a leading discount retailer in the Bristol area. As a Retailer we take pride in delivering excellent customer service, availability and people development. We have stores across the UK and are growing our store portfolio at a rapid rate.

As an Deputy Manager what you’ll be doing:

• You will be assisting the Store Manager in the responsibility for the store, its staff, bottom line profits, service and compliance.
• You will be assisting the Store...

Assistant Buyer (Sourcing and Pricing) - knowledge of material supply and service contracts - CIPS - basic knowledge of contract law - supply chain - Excel, Word and PowerPoint - IFS desirable - based Bristol - salary s£22 - £27K

We are looking for an Assistant Buyer who holds or is working towards CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply - Foundation/Practioner level or equivalent relevant qualification) and who has a basic working knowledge in contract law

Candidates must have appropriate knowledge of supply chain and procurement of goods and services and hands on experience of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint. IFS...

What we look for in our Pharmacy Managers goes beyond just great management skills. We`re after people who can bring real leadership to their pharmacy, inspiring every person who works there to deliver a five star service. As a Superdrug Pharmacy Manager you will have day to day responsibility for staff, cash, stock, operational and GPHC standards. You would receive direct line management support form your Superdrug Pharmacy Regional Manager.

If you have outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, you could become a vital member of both the store team and the local community and could help to maintain excellent customer loyalty...

Store Manager
Bristol Area
Up to £22,000 (dependent on experience) + Benefits

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an established Retail Store Manager, to join a leading discount retailer in the Bristol area. As a Retailer we take pride in delivering excellent customer service, availability and people development. We have stores across the UK and are growing our store portfolio at a rapid rate.

As a Store Manager what you’ll be doing:

• You will have ultimate responsibility for the store, its staff, bottom line profits, service and compliance.
• You will be directly responsibility for all operational...

Buyer (Aftermarket)– Aerospace /electrical/electronic bias
Wimborne, Dorset
Salary: 24-27K plus benefits
As a buyer you will be working in our clients high technology facility in Wimborne, the role will require drive and determination along with the ability to implement positive change.. You will be working on world leading products and be responsible for the buying activity for specific commodities, for on time delivery and Material Price Variance associated with inbound supply of goods/services.
The Buyer will provide support to the Commodity Managers to develop and promote suppliers and implement best practice strategic sourcing...

An Assistant Buyer is required to support our client's Senior Buyer in the Sourcing and Pricing of equipment solutions.
You will:
- Ensure sourcing strategies are applied effectively
- Prepare and issue RFQ's
- Support the sourcing and pricing programme
- Market research
- Understand and implement the contract requirements and the special conditions
- Provide general admin and procurement support to the team
- Support supply chain risk assessments carried out on potential suppliers
- Support overall value assessments per contract
- Support new bid work across Equipment Solutions
- To interface with...

Buyer required to support the senior buyer in our client's equipment solutions department on a fixed term contract to run until March 2013.

You will:
- Ensure sourcing strategies are applied effectively
- Manage supplier contract management, performance and development
- Support supplier audits
- Supply chain assurance
- Supplier relationship management
- Prepare and issue Invitations to Tender
- Understand and implement the contract requirements and the special conditions
- Prepare bid evaluation reports, and in particular, carry out Commercial Evaluation of tenders
- Negotiate keen competitive prices...

My clients are a leading sub-prime Car Finance/Car Dealer with 6 successful showrooms across the UK.
They are now offering an excellent opportunity for a Sales Executive to work in their Bristol showroom. Reporting to the Dealer Principal through the Sales Manager, you will accept leads from the telephone contact centre and convert them into the maximum number of car sales achievable.
Once applications are received from the contact centre you will make contact with the customer to identify their requirements and secure a convenient appointment for them in the showroom. You will demonstrate suitable cars to the customer and process the...

Are you a Service Manager who takes pride in the quality of service work produced by your team? Do you think you always reach the highest standards demanded by your service customers? Do you want to lead the Service department of an unrivalled market leader, boasting a fantastic working environment, and commitment to the highest quality of service and workmanship?
Do you have experience of agricultural, grounds care or turf engineering? Or have you managed within plant hire or commercial vehicle service?

If you have answered YES to the above then my client should be speaking to you about leading the team as Service Manager within their...

Personal Specification;

CIPS qualified or studying towards.
Strategic Procurement experience.
Knowledge of Material Supply and Service Contracts.
Basic knowledge of Contract Law.
Bids and Tenders experience.
Qualified to A Level standard or equivalent.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Excellent IT skills.
Self Motivated and Enthusiastic.
Flexibility to travel as required.

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Barclay Meade is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. ...

We are recruitment for a Bid Manager for a large company in the Yeovil area.

The purpose of this job is to effectively manage the process of successful new business gains through the identification of appropriate tender opportunities and taking the process through to winning submissions. You will also play a key role in supporting the longer term planning and development of the new business objectives for the Customer Management function for the company
Main duties:
Ensure accurate and timely decision making regarding all prospective tender opportunities including developing, maintaining and updating a set of criteria against which...

Material Engineer - NSQAC - knowledge of PPS, IFS, IPCS and ISIS - MS Project, Word and Excel - knowledge of material management /control desirable - based Plymouth - salary c£26 - 33K

We are looking for a Material Engineer who has ONC (or equivalent) and has achieved NSQAC or who is prepared to attend the course.

Candidates for the position of Material Engineer (NSQAC) must have a good working technical knowledge of the range of equipment and repair overhaul options, material procedures and quality standards and knowledge of PPS, IFS, IPCS and ISIS

Proficiency at using MS Project, Word and Excel is essential and knowledge...

Senior Buyer (Strategic) x 2 - people management - material supply and service contracts - recognised business studies qualification - CIPS - Excel, Word and PowerPoint - IFS - based Bristol - salary c£30 - 38K

We are looking for a Senior Buyer (Material Supply and Service Contracts) with a proven track record in effective people management and interpersonal skills and a recognised business studies qualification to degree standard or equivalent

Candidates for the position of Senior Buyer (Strategic) should be member of a relevant professional body e.g. CIPS at level 5 or above and have experience at a Supervisory level coupled with...

Service Desk Manager – Award winning company – Help Desk/Service Centre

An award winning Times Top One Hundred company are actively seeking a Service Desk Manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for managing the daily activities of the helpdesk with a particular focus on improving efficiency and customer service.

The ideal candidate will be educated to a degree level or equivalent and hold an ITIL v3 certificate, trained at expert level. Candidates with a solid background in managing a multi-user service desk environment are desired with the ability to deliver business objectives in a pressurised and challenging surrounding...

Buyer Engineering, Plymouth

Are you an experienced Buyer from the Engineering industry?

A Plymouth based manufacturer is currently recruiting for an experienced buyer from the engineering industry to join its team. Experience of working in a similar role within either aerospace or automotive industry would be a definite advantage

The selected candidate will be required to negotiate prices / terms and conditions, assesses supplier performance and request corrective action when required.

The successful Buyer will have experience and knowledge of the following;

* Cost & Project Management
* Supplier Development...

Main Duties and Responsibilities;

*Lead and manage the Drink Bag Making operation and to be responsible for all Line 3 operations (any rework, shippers, Freshcase etc.).
*Deliver budget performance levels. Systematically drive Quality improvements within the bag making area, including leading A3 project groups, liaison with OEM as well as on-site Engineering support to achieve targets.
*Develop a team spirit that is consistent and supportive of the Company values.
*Continuously challenge, innovate and improve the department performance through the implementation of a Lean culture and operational philosophy.

Person Requirements...

Our Sales Associates create amazing customer experiences

Our Sales Associates
What does it take to be a great Sales Associate? Our teams are made up of people with a real passion for quality customer service and for creating amazing customer experiences; people who work hard to develop outstanding product knowledge and real jewellery expertise that they can share with our customers.

As a committed and dedicated member of the team, you'll play a key role in helping the store to maintain performance and meet sales targets. As new products are introduced in store, you will build your knowledge to ensure that you can deal with every...

Our Sales Associates create amazing customer experiences

Our Sales Associates
What does it take to be a great Sales Associate? Our teams are made up of people with a real passion for quality customer service and for creating amazing customer experiences; people who work hard to develop outstanding product knowledge and real jewellery expertise that they can share with our customers.

As a committed and dedicated member of the team, you'll play a key role in helping the store to maintain performance and meet sales targets. As new products are introduced in store, you will build your knowledge to ensure that you can deal with every...

Sales Executive/Area Sales Manager - Iconic Fashion Brand - Basic Salary - £24,000

MARKET LEADER: This well known business has a portfolio of brands that is the envy of many other fashion houses. In addition they invest heavily in training and developing their sales staff and offer excellent opportunities to progress through the business.

THE ROLE: You will be responsible for selling a range of branded eyewear into opticians and specialist retailers. The majority of your time will be spent managing and nurturing existing accounts and for this reason you need to have strong relationships building skills and excellent territory management...

Sales Assistants required for three full days work at a major clothes show taking place in June at a venue on the outskirts of Exeter. Candidates should have previous retail experience and or a customer services background. Duties will include stock rotation, loading, unloading, serving customers and working in a changing room environment.

Adecco is a recruitment agency. Adecco is an equal opportunities employer.

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