Purchasing Manager required for an importer of Power Tools & Machinery based in Epping.

The succesful canddiate will ideally have experience with Far East / Chinese clients.

Purchasing Manager Position Overview

Selection of all new products for wholesale & retail trade

Sign off on all stock purchase orders and pricing
Full stock availability
Identifying products and ranges to enhance the product offering
Working with the buying, test and marketing teams to make sure products come to market within given time frames
Scheduling all new product testing and product evaluation with the in house engineering team to meet current directives
Viewing all goods inward Quality Control reports, new product evaluation reports, warranty reports and making company decisions as to next course of action
Deciding with the team what items will be deleted from the range
Working with marketing team to identify products for promotional activity
Managing the flow of new products from import through the new product engineering team and then private label development with marketing
Setting the Trade and Retail prices for all newly selected products based on company margin requirements
Ongoing review of retail market to ensure that current and new products are competitive
Selection of inbound shipping agencies.

Purchasing Manager Position Requirements

A proven track record of procurement and management experience (essential) at least 10 years in a management position

Entrepreneurial person with a can do attitude.
Experience of direct imports of finished consumer products from the Far East is essential
Ability to understand and influence key financial purchasing issues and senior team members
Ability to explain, present and influence in a clear, concise, compelling and consistent manner
Ability to plan, prioritise and delegate to achieve deadlines
Ability to make difficult decisions
Knowledge of the key market commodities, the processes and the major suppliers
Proven track record of leading teams
Excellent, clear and concise communication skills.

Purchasing Manager Position Remuneration

Salary dependent on experience

Annual salary review
Bonuses twice yearly
Healthcare
20 days holiday + 8 statutory
Company Contribution Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Daily lunch option
On-site parking

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