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purchasing futures

Contact Nick Bamford
Telephone 02082552044
Email nick@purchasingfutures.com
Website http://www.purchasingfutures.com
Address SBC House , Wallington , Surrey , SM6 7AH
Description
Purchasing Futures specialise in providing a targetted recruitment service within the Purchasing / Procurement and Supply Chain sectors.
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Job Title BUYER - POS / POP / SHOPFITTING
Location Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire
Salary/rate £23000 - £26000/annum
Job number 107372808
Posted 15/10/2008 (16:49)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






PURCHASING FUTURES is a specialist recruitment company who provide a targeted and professional service for Purchasing, Procurement and Supply Chain staff throughout the UK.

We are recruiting for a BUYER (25/32K) to join a leading organisation based near Watford (Hertfordshire).

Duties will include:-

> Source and purchase products from the Far East
> Negotiate best prices and best terms of conditions
> Analyse stock requirements and raise purchase orders
> Expedite existing purchase orders
> Resolve invoice and delivery queries
> Manage direct deliveries to customers
> Maintain and building upon existing and new supplier relationships
> Source new suppliers as required
> Control deliveries and stock, book in goods, complete GRN’s etc
> Work on various projects and sourcing of products

Essential Background will include:-

> Strong buying background in a similar environment
> Sourcing experience from the Far East
> Strong negotiation skills
> Ability to source and build new supplier database
> Project buying experience
> Ability to follow tasks through to completion

To Apply:
Email your CV and Covering Letter to david@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/817. Alternatively call David Pereira on 020 8255 2044 for full vacancy details.

www.purchasingfutures.com
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name David Pereira
Ref no VR/817
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Job Title SENIOR BUYER - FM / FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Location Surrey, Surrey
Salary/rate £50000 - £56000/annum
Job number 107372547
Posted 15/10/2008 (10:32)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






SENIOR BUYER - FACILITIES MANAGEMENT (FM)
£55,000 plus benefits - 2 year fixed term contract
Surrey / Hampshire

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation based in Surrey / Hampshire borders. The requirement is for a Senior Buyer (FM Services) to join a team of 4.

The Senior Buyer will lead all procurement activities associated with the competitive tender process for the company’s Financial Management Services Contract. Working as part of a cross-functional team, to identify, negotiate, and manage effective FM supply solutions supporting the company’s business objectives and delivering optimum whole life cost. This role will involve providing mentoring and/or coaching team members.

For this vacancy we are looking for:-

1) Extensive contract drafting and negotiation skills; in-depth understanding of T&C’s
2) Extensive ability to draft broad range of commercial supply contracts
3) Experience of multi-stage competitive tender processes including pre-qualification, competitive bidding, and development of negotiating solutions
4) Extensive understanding of the FM market, with proven experience data gathering and analysis in various supply side markets
5) Experience managing large and complex projects - multi-million pound projects
6) Must have a proven strategic approach to procurement

To Apply
Email your CV to marc@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/834 or call Marc Gibbs on 020 8255 2044 for full details on this vacancy. This is an urgent role. Apply now for an interview.
Job type Contract
Contract length 2 Year Fixed Term Co
Start date N/A
Contact name Marc Gibbs
Ref no VR/834
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Job Title SENIOR BUYER - FM / FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Location Surrey, Surrey
Salary/rate £30000 - £37000/annum
Job number 107372540
Posted 15/10/2008 (10:21)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






SENIOR BUYER - FACILITIES MANAGEMENT (FM)
Surrey / Hampshire
£35,000 plus benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation based in Surrey / Hampshire borders. The requirement is for a Senior Buyer to join a team of 7 in the FM division of this organisation.

The Senior Buyer will identify, negotiate and manage effective and value for money supply solutions. This could encompass one-off project based requirements, ongoing corporate supply agreements, or the development of supply chains to support new product introduction. This position will have a contract value of up to £10m and an overall portfolio value of up to £50m.

For this role, we are looking for:-

1) Purchasing professional with specific experience in the FM sector
2) Strategic approach to procurement
3) Able to draft a broad range of commercial supply contracts
4) Good interpersonal, influencing and relationship building skills
5) CIPS advantageous

To Apply:
Email your CV to marc@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/835 or alternatively speak to Marc Gibbs on 020 8255 2044 for full details on this vacancy. Apply now. Interviews to be arranged ASAP.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Marc Gibbs
Ref no VR/835
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Job Title PURCHASING EXPEDITOR
Location GLOUCESTERSHIRE, Gloucestershire
Salary/rate £12.5/hour
Job number 107369160
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






PURCHASING EXPEDITOR

Successful manufacturing and engineering company based in Gloucestershire are in need of an experienced Expeditor on a temporary contract basis to start AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Excellent communication skills
• Expeditor experience
• Ability to influence people at all levels
• Previous experience as a Buyer / Purchase Order Clark / Expeditor.

A brief summary of the duties included:

• Chasing Suppliers by phone
• Working at suppliers premises (dependent on experience)
• Processing and general administration of the department.

If you are a suitable candidate, meet the above requirements and are available immediately please apply via this website or contact chris@purchasingfutures.com.
Job type Contract/Permanent
Contract length 4 - 6 weeks
Start date ASAP
Contact name Chris Smith
Ref no VR/828
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Job Title BUYER
Location SURREY, Surrey
Salary/rate £25000 - £35000/annum
Job number 107303872
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






BUYER URGENTLY REQUIRED.

The role will be based in Guildford (Surrey) and will be paying up to £35,000 depending on your experience/background.

We are looking for an experienced Buyer with a dynamic and enthusiastic approach to work.

Ideally your experience will be in either the ELECTRONICS, ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL, ELECTRO-MECHANICAL industries.

You will be a strong negotiator, with the ability to manage/rationalise suppliers.

Desirable Attributes will include:-

* Technical experience in Engineering
* Qualifications in Engineering related disciplines
* Sourcing experience from Low Cost Countries

If this sounds like you, apply NOW. Email your CV to marc@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/619 or call Marc Gibbs on 020 8255 2044.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Marc Gibbs
Ref no VR/619
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Job Title SENIOR BUYER (BEDFORDSHIRE)
Location Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire
Salary/rate £25000 - £29000/annum
Job number 104133844
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






PURCHASING FUTURES is a specialist recruitment company who provide a targeted and professional service for Purchasing, Procurement and Supply Chain staff throughout the UK.

We are recruiting for a SENIOR BUYER to join a leading organisation based in Luton (Bedfordshire). This is a permanent role paying c.£25/29k.

The type of person suited to this vacancy will have:-

• Experience working at Buyer or Senior Buyer level
• Materials management background
• Industry experience within the Engineering or Mechanical sectors
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems
• Preferably Degree and/or CIPS qualified (or studying towards)
• Knowledge of JDE systems (advantageous)

Responsibilities will include:-

• Use JDE and associated reports to establish material requirements
• Proactive order book management and expediting of suppliers to prevent production shortages
• Inventory management
• Monitoring and reporting supplier performance to manage delivery and inventory
• Taking appropriate action with suppliers
• Making key sourcing decisions
• To ensure purchasing ethics and practices are adhered to

To Apply
Email your CV and Covering Letter to jan@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/590. Alternatively call Marc Gibbs on 020 8255 2044 for full vacancy details.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Chris Smith
Ref no VR/590
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Job Title PROJECT BUYER - POS. POP, SHOPFITTING
Location Leicestershire, Leicestershire
Salary/rate £30000 - £40000/annum
Job number 107362786
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






Buyer / Project Manager
£30,000 - £40,000 plus Benefits
Leicestershire

We are recruiting for a Buyer with specific experience within the POS, POP or Shopfitting sectors. The type of person suited to this role will have:-

• POP, POS or Shopfitting experience
• Project buying experience
• Purchasing experience of metals, plastics, woods etc
• Experience sourcing from the Far East
• Supplier management and rationalisation skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in pressurised environment

The Project Buyer will manage projects from design conception through to completion and delivery of the product to the Client. The Project Buyer will ensure that products are purchased at cost effective prices, best terms are negotiated with suppliers, and products are scheduled in for delivery within lead times (all whilst keeping with quality standards).

To Apply:
Email your CV to paul@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/800 or call Paul Butt on 020 8255 2044 for full details on this vacancy.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Paul Butt
Ref no VR/800
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Job Title SENIOR BUYER (ENGINEERING)
Location Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire
Salary/rate £25000 - £29000/annum
Job number 107293540
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






** SENIOR BUYER **
Near Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire
£25,000-£29,000

URGENT REQUIREMENT: We are recruiting for a SENIOR BUYER to join a leading manufacturer based in Bedfordshire.

Key Attributes:

• Experience working as Buyer or Senior Buyer
• Experience working in the Aerospace or Defence industry
• Purchasing experience of Engineering or Mechanical components
• Experience using JD Edwards or MRP systems
• BOM's
• Strong negotiating and cost saving skills
• Strong supplier management skills
• Strong communication skills and computer literate
• CIPS/Degree preferred

Responsibilities:

• Working closely within the cell team and co-operating with all other areas of the business to achieve customer requirements
• Use JDE and associated reports to establish material requirements
• Proactive order book management and expediting of suppliers to prevent production shortages
• Inventory management
• Monitoring and reporting supplier performance to compliment cell objectives on delivery and inventory
• Taking appropriate action with suppliers and making key sourcing decisions in conjunction with the cells
• Taking action in the cell to ensure that professional purchasing ethics and practises are being maintained and that business objectives are not being compromised


TO APPLY TO SENIOR BUYER VACANCY:
Email your CV and Covering Letter quoting reference CS/612 to CHRIS SMITH at chris@purchasingfutures.com or call on 020 8255 2044.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Chris Smith
Ref no VR/612
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Job Title PURCHASING LEAN SPECIALIST
Location Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire
Salary/rate £35000 - £40000/annum
Job number 107296154
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






We have a fantastic role for a Purchasing Specialist to join a major organisation based in Bedfordshire.

What we are looking for is someone with either 2 Degrees and/or an MBA/Masters coupled with a technical background in a Lean environment. You will have experience of Lean business, continuous improvement, change management and proven ability to develop strong business processes. Ability to learn at a fast pace essential plus passion to progress within the Group.

You will be responsible for developing a world class supply chain management process to improve quality, delivery and cost metrics year over year. Responsibilities include:-

• Implement master supply agreements or equivalent process to reduce lead time, order quantity, cost and inventory.
• Extend kanban as the replenishment process and improve the system
• Use e-procurement to reduce transaction costs
• Use online auctions to stimulate competition and reduce costs
• Improve freight purchasing, both inbound and outbound, to improve control and reduce costs
• Use group preferred suppliers to reduce costs
• Improve negotiation and contract preparation and administration
• Create and execute policy deployment by identifying breakthroughs and managing action plans.

TO CONTACT US:-
Email your CV and Covering Letter to marc@purchasingfutures.com quoting reference VR/620 or call Marc Gibbs on 020 8255 2044.
Job type Permanent
Contract length Permanent
Start date N/A
Contact name Marc GIbbs
Ref no VR/620
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Job Title BUYER - ELECTRONICS (KENT)
Location Kent, Kent
Salary/rate £20000 - £25000/annum
Job number 107356978
Posted 15/10/2008 (08:36)
Agency/Employer purchasing futures
Description






VACANCY: BUYER

LOCATION: KENT

SALARY: £20,000 - £25,000

We are recruiting for a dynamic Buyer to join a leading electronics manufacturer. This is an exciting role in a fast paced environment, offering the right person potential career progression within the organisation and full training where necessary.

What we are looking for?

1) Good purchasing background
2) Experience working in an Electronics environment
3) Experience using ERP, MPS, JIT, Kanban
4) Strong communication and negotiation skills
5) Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
6) Cost reduction techniques
7) Component recognition skills
8) Accurate and attention to detail driven approach
9) Hands on approach to all tasks

What will you do?

1) Build relationships with suppliers to ensure timely and cost effective sup