Purchasing & Supply Chain Administrator

The Role

Our client is a leading supplier of Dental Materials & Equipment throughout the UK and abroad. The Group has expanded significantly in the last few years and continues to implement ambitious growth plans across its key markets.

As a key member of the Purchasing Team, you will support and manage buying and purchasing administration activities across a portfolio of suppliers. The role covers supplier management, stock control, inventory planning, and coordination of domestic and international logistics.

You will work closely with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal departments to ensure products are imported efficiently, shipped on time, and delivered cost-effectively while meeting quality, service, and compliance standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone methodical and analytical who is keen to develop their knowledge of procurement and supply chain operations within a growing business.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier & Purchasing Management

• Manage a scheduled calendar of supplier reviews on a weekly basis
• Review and action Category A reports weekly
• Review and process MRP proposal reports for assigned suppliers
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms where appropriate
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, price changes, and supplier lead times

Inventory & Service Level Management

• Maintain a service level target of 98%+
• Review daily service level reports to identify and resolve gaps
• Monitor and reduce back-order levels, expediting deliveries where required
• Balance stock levels in line with budget targets
• Produce stock holding reports to highlight inventory risks and issues
• Analyse and forecast stock requirements to ensure steady inventory levels

Systems & Data

• Maintain and update MRP and SAP systems to support inventory analysis
• Perform data analysis to support purchasing decisions
• Schedule inventory purchases and estimate arrival times

Logistics & Compliance

• Organise domestic and international shipments
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and suppliers to ensure timely delivery
• Ensure goods purchased meet required specifications for quality, quantity, and delivery
• Address supplier performance issues where specifications are not met

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Experience in Purchasing, Stock Control, Supply Chain Coordination, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical and organisational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working with MRP systems
• Methodical, detail-oriented approach

Desirable:

• Experience using SAP
• Experience with international shipping and logistics
• Degree qualified in a commercial, business, numerate, or related discipline

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