PE Global
Procurement Associate
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PE Global is currently recruiting for a Procurement Associate
Location
Desford, Leicestershire
Contract Period
Initial 12-month contract
Duties of the Role/Responsibilities
- Generate and manage both production contract and single definite purchase orders to fulfil business requirements.
- Update and maintain purchasing systems with accurate and up-to-date pricing details.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment processing.
- Oversee the delivery of materials to support New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.
- Ensure continuous compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with internal and external audit assessments as needed.
- Build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with suppliers.
- Provide accurate data to assist Buyers and professionals in areas such as Quality, Cost, Logistics, Development, and Management (QCLDM) to ensure efficient operations.
- Perform analytical and administrative tasks to support purchasing-related strategic initiatives.
- Work closely with Purchasing and cross-functional teams to understand and meet customer requirements.
- Extract data from internal systems and generate various reports for operational support.
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Education/Experience
- Degree in Business, Mathematics, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Experience in a similar role or a strong portfolio showcasing expertise.
- Good understanding of the purchasing process, including supplier selection and onboarding, Request for Quotation (RFQ), and receipt of goods.
- Strong problem-solving skills paired with exceptional attention to detail.
- Skilled in gathering and analyzing data to support strategic business decisions and align with organizational objectives.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power BI, ERP Systems, and similar applications.
- Foundational knowledge of project management principles to effectively plan, organize, monitor, and manage workload ensuring successful project execution.
- Understanding of the operational aspects of goods and materials movement; capable of anticipating, managing, and optimizing the flow of supplies and inventory.
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Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.
- Please click the link below to apply.
- Call Steve Lord on 0204 5126606.
- Alternatively, send an up-to-date CV to steve.lord@peglobal.co.uk.
Note
Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must already have the correct visa to live and work in the UK.
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