TRAINEE BUYER
To assist the buying team in activities relating to the sourcing and management of contract and vendor management.
To purchase assigned products at the lowest cost for the quantity, quality, and delivery required under the review and guidance of the Buying Controller.
To work with the assigned Buying Controller to plan, organise and co-ordinate the ordering, shipping and stock levels of agreed product range(s) in line with the company’s goals and objectives.
Expedite a solution of any problems that arise in relation to delivery date, quality, quantity, and cost of purchased goods and negotiate settlement with suppliers on any problems that have caused losses / additional costs to the company (poor quality, delivery delays, etc.).
Analyse and evaluate quotations submitted by suppliers to assure that the quality, quantity, delivery, and cost are acceptable.
Recommend and initiate appropriate actions in areas of responsibility to meet SBA teams goals, following discussion and approval of the Buying Controller.
Communicate problem areas or market conditions that could have a significant effect on purchasing activities to the Business.
Applications for this role closed on: 30 Jul 2010
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email: recruitment@princes.co.uk
Mail: Lorna Gough, HR Manager, Shared Services, Princes Ltd., Royal Liver Building, Liverpool L3 1NX
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Additional information
Princes are committed to equality of opportunity. All applicants will be judged solely on their merits.
Applicants must have proof of eligibility to work in the UK.