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Key Responsibilities: - Develop and implement procurement strategies tailored to luxury goods. Preferably with Chinese language skills for the East Asian market. - Conduct comprehensive market research to discover the latest luxury trends. - Build and nurture relationships with suppliers, negotiate favourable terms, and manage contract agreements. - Ensure that all procured items meet strict quality standards. - Continuously monitor supplier performance and address any issues swiftly and effectively. - Assist in managing procurement budgets. - Maintain precise procurement records, ensuring full compliance with trade regulations and company policies. - Prepare purchase orders, oversee logistics, and ensure timely delivery of products. - Stay informed on industry trends, emerging luxury products, and best procurement practices. - Provide comprehensive brand and product insights to guide informed purchasing decisions. - Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers purchasing luxury goods, driving sales by offering personalised and top-tier service. Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications, Experience, and Skills): - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred. - Experience in procurement or sales, ideally within the luxury goods sector. - Proficiency in Mandarin is highly desirable for client communication. - Strong analytical abilities to identify cost-saving opportunities and market trends. - Familiarity with procurement software and proficiency in Microsoft Office. - Solid understanding of international trade regulations and compliance. - Exceptional organisational, negotiation, and communication skills.
Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation? We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Business Administrator within our growing business in London. Working within a fast-paced office environment, you will be fully competent in carrying out administrative and processing tasks to enable you to provide an efficient service and deal with all aspects of daily administrative support. You will have the opportunity to develop and grow within a fun and exciting environment, where your perspective matters. Duties and responsibilities include: ● Answering incoming calls to the company and forwarding them to the relevant members of the team ● Advising customers of the services available by phone or email ● Booking appointments ● Cold calling restaurants to drum up new business ● Checking in with clients to ensure they are happy with the service ● Supporting other teams and parts of the business where required ● Basic office administration, including but not limited to procurement of office stationery, tea, coffee and refreshments We provide on-the-job training that covers our company's services, customer relationship management and sales software so that the administrator can handle enquiries competently. Skills and qualifications: ● Previous experience in an administration role preferred ● IT skills ● Excellent communication skills and customer services ● Ability to thrive in a sales environment ● Good organisational skills ● Ability to work without direct supervision
About the Role: We are seeking a proactive and organized individual to join our team as a Project Procurement & Coordination Officer. This role is ideal for someone with a strong sense of initiative, attention to detail, and a keen interest in project delivery, risk management, and grant applications. You will play a key part in supporting the smooth operation of our project lifecycle from procurement through to compliance. Key Responsibilities: Purchase raw materials in alignment with project requirements and timelines Attend and contribute to internal project meetings Liaise with subcontractors to ensure smooth coordination and delivery Assist in identifying relevant grant opportunities and contribute to drafting applications Manage project risks by identifying potential issues and contributing to mitigation strategies Requirements: Proven experience in procurement, project coordination, or related fields Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities Experience in writing or supporting grant applications is an advantage