Brave Human Capital Group
Location
Shipton under Wychwood, Oxfordshire | United Kingdom
Job description
£26k-£35k
Blended Working (1 day a week based in Shipton-under-Wychwood UK Office)
Ref: R00214
Benefits:
Overview
VoCoVo is a leading telecommunications specialist whose technology is used by thousands of people around the world daily, and we have a top 10 ranking in the ‘Sunday Times Tech Track 100’. We are also recognised as a great place to work and have achieved top 100 status in the best small-to-medium size businesses to work for.
We have a dedicated team of technically minded people with a passion for improving customer experience for our customers through more efficient communication. VoCoVo is a rapidly growing telecoms company, providing an integrated software and hardware solution to some of the biggest names in retail – with customers across the globe. We are now looking for an Assistant Buyer to control the day-to-day purchasing of parts and services to the business, whilst ensuring the supply of goods into the business is managed effectively.
Responsibilities
● Support the Purchasing Manager (as well as independently) in negotiating product ranges – cost pricing, additional terms, exclusivity, distribution, stock availability
● Work closely with other departments to understand risks, opportunities and forward planning
● Conduct market research and report on movements in price and changes
● Identify and assess new supply options for current and upcoming purchasing requirements
● Arrange and attend supplier meetings in order to analyse and discuss supplier performance, as well as gain knowledge of the full portfolio of products and services offered
● Analyse internal purchasing processes and suggest improvements to ensure continuity of the department’s performance
● Write, place and track purchase orders
● Plan, monitor and maintain suitable inventory levels
Requirements
● Planning and prioritising activities
● Good communication and interpersonal skills
● Ability to present data effectively
● Problem-solving skills
● Understanding the health and safety practices
● Analytical skills
● Understanding of cost and financial impacts
● Effective written and oral English language skills
● Chinese language skills are desirable but not essential
If you are excited by this challenge then we want to hear from you.
To apply, please forward your CV and covering letter, detailing why you feel this role is perfect for you to
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