Group Purchasing Manager

Location:

Salary: Negotiable

We are looking for a Group Purchasing Manager to oversee all aspects of our CV parts purchasing across the group.

With annual parts purchases of around £20m, this is a key strategic role in the future growth of the company.

Reporting directly to the directors, the successful candidate will need to have extensive experience of stock management across a multi branch network. Including – ordering, supplier liaison, stock levelling, stock cleanses, stock taking, scheduling, bulk ordering, etc.

Working with the senior team, the primary objectives will be to ensure that we are buying at the right levels to generate maximum return, whilst keeping our current stock relevant and reducing our aged stock value.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Experience and knowledge of MAM Autopart and Phocas would be advantageous, as well as good Microsoft Excel skills..

You will be primarily based in Bristol, but there will be a requirement to visit all depots from time to time as required, in particular Cardiff, South Wales.

Please send applications to simon.pick@picksons.co.uk.

Closing date for applications Friday 19th August