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Procurement Manager £27,000 - £29,000 Glasgow Full-time Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for negotiation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for quality? Join our team as a Procurement Manager and play a crucial role in sourcing top-quality materials and merchandise for our wholesale distribution operations. Key Responsibilities: - Research and identify new product lines and suppliers by attending trade fairs, shows, and demonstrations. - Analyse market trends and customer requirements to determine procurement strategies and product selection. - Negotiate prices and establish contracts with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and conditions. - Monitor the quality of incoming goods and address any issues with unsatisfactory or faulty items. - Supervise and support clerical, administrative, and warehouse distribution staff, including recruitment and training. - Collaborate closely with merchandisers to develop sales forecasts and allocate stock effectively. - Maintain accurate records and prepare reports to track procurement activities and performance metrics. Qualifications: - Experience in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field (preferred). - Proven experience in a procurement or buying role, preferably in a wholesale distribution environment. - Strong negotiation skills and the ability to assess and compare bids from multiple suppliers. - Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities with a keen attention to detail. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and experience working with procurement software or systems. - Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines. If you are a motivated and experienced Procurement Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Click 'APPLY' now!
Afrikana Glasgow is a small business in Glasgow. We are professional, agile and professional. Our work environment includes: Modern office setting Food provided Food provided Growth opportunities Afrikana We are in the business of showing people an amazing time. It’s important for us to do it right, make it easy to be a team member and fun to be part of the Afrikana family. From applying to be part of the Afrikana family, through the interview process and well beyond your initial 4 week training period. We believe in going that extra mile from the start to finish making sure you love WORKING WITH US. Everyone wants to grow and progress in their careers & there is always progression with us. We want you to develop into your next role with us. All you have to do is apply and the fun starts there. What we offer… Competitive rates of pay Team food menu 20% discount at our restaurants for you & up to 4 friends Development opportunities Team incentives every month Contract for 30 hours a week over 5 days Full training and development provided Uniform provided Progression opportunities - new restaurant openings and promotions Great working environment – our team are great at making new starters feel welcome Opportunity to join a rapidly growing company
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