Inventory Specialist / Buyer

CPC, part of Farnell & Avnet, is currently recruiting for the role of Inventory Specialist / Buyer. This is a great opportunity to join our Product & Purchasing team based in PRESTON! This is a hybrid role with the ability to work from both home and the office.

Job Summary:

Responds to customer inquiries, expedites critical orders, communicates dispositions, researches and resolves issues, and researches orders.

As one of a team of eight collaborative colleagues, we are looking for a team player, someone with excellent attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple activities supporting suppliers, customers, internal sales and the warehouse team.

The role is varied, if you are the type of person who likes to be busy, get involved, enjoys a challenge, tenacious and self-motivated, this could be the job for you. No two days are the same!

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary package
• A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal
• A strong open door policy within management
• An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy additional holiday
• FREE Onsite Parking
• Flexible home working
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Reward scheme

Principal Responsibilities:

• Ensuring product is available and expedited in to cover customer demand and the clearing of any back orders
• Liaise closely with other departments to schedule the delivery of product to meet promotion and delivery deadlines
• Minimising excess and obsolete stock and progress the return of product to suppliers where appropriate
• Ensuring continuous improvement of ‘housekeeping’ standards with regard to the maintenance of data, resolution of queries generated by suppliers, Goods-In, Accounts, etc.
• Working proactively to resolve product shortages through effective expediting, escalation and resourcing
• Negotiating cost downs
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with suppliers, Product Managers and other departments

Work Experience:

• Experience of a similar or related role is advantageous
• Full on the job training will be provided

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• Standard computer, email, phone and communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic MS Office software packages.
• Must be able to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment.

Apply for this role

Please click on the link below to attach your CV and apply for this role. Your CV will be reviewed within 7 days and if successful in the shortlisting process, we will contact you directly.