Contract IT Project Manager

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Senior Buyer to join their dynamic team in Blackpool. You would play a key role as part of a fast-paced Purchasing function at one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of dispense systems for the beer, water, and soft drink industries, supplying to household names such as Budweiser, Britvic, Molson Coors, and Karcher.

Offering an attractive salary up to £41,000 dependent on experience plus benefits including…
- 4.5 day working week with midday finish every Friday
- Pension is 5% contribution and 3% Company contribution, Medicash
- Fantastic career progression opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled buyer with experience of purchasing processes within a manufacturing background, ideally with experience of purchasing protocols using a MRP system, and perhaps looking to progress your purchasing experienced into a more managerial role. You’d be joining a business which invests in its people, boasts excellent employee retention and staff engagement levels, and continues to develop incentives to support and maintain these levels of engagement.

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The Role
As Senior Buyer you would play an integral part of the manufacturing process, working closely with other depts within the business. You will ensure the effective management of suppliers to achieve the required performance targets, in conjunction with the internal stakeholders including production, operations, finance, quality and operational needs.

Key responsibilities will include…
- Ensure Pre-Purchase order authorisations are in place
- Complete and submit the order release process, with all appropriate documentation for authorisation
- Ensure all orders are in line with production / sales timescales requirements to ensure production continuity
- Oversee supplier set-up, strategic ordering, ensuring all parts and material are delivered on time in full
- Ensure effective communication and escalations of initial purchasing issues in a timely manner
- Maintain order record in form of order log or other appropriate mechanism

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The Candidate
The ideal candidate for Senior Buyer will possess…
- Significant experience working within a Purchasing function within an Engineering manufacturing environment
- Fully conversant with using MRP systems to determine “Demand Planning”
- MCIP qualified or working towards CIP’s Qualification or desire to complete
- Excellent communication abilities – able to evidence successful application of negotiation skills
- A proactive approach to problem-solving, planning, and maintaining high-quality standards
- The ability to represent the company confidently to key suppliers and stakeholders

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The Company
A reputable company specialising in the design and manufacture of dispense systems for the beer, water, and soft drink industries. They are committed to delivering exceptional quality to their clients, and value the professional development of staff by providing opportunities for growth and learning in a supportive environment.

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This Senior Buyer role offers a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional to make a significant impact within a leading company and contribute to their continued success through strategic procurement initiatives. If you are driven, detail-oriented, and ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, we encourage you to apply. Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Solutions Architect
Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire – Hybrid
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000

This is a great opportunity for a Solutions Architect, familiar with integration platforms and APIs to join a team at the heart of a major digital transformation programme.
Working closely with a group of developers, systems analysts, and business leaders you will get to work on identifying, designing, planning and implementing a range of solutions to support their business strategy and objectives.
The company offer a hybrid working pattern with one to two days per week in the office for meetings, workshops and collaboration.

What are we looking for?

• A couple of years experience in solutions architecture
• Familiar with integration platforms and APIs
• Understanding of architectural principles
• Based within a commutable distance of Kettering.

What will you get?

• Car Allowance
• Bonus
• Excellent Pension
• Bupa Healthcare

Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

An exciting opportunity to join this company, a £250m organisation, who are a rapidly growing powerhouse in the logistics industry. This opportunity as an Internal Sales Executive is perfect for a flexible and motivated person, ready to make a significant impact in a thriving organisation. They are offering:

• Annual salary between £25,000 - £28,000
• Realistic OTE of £35,000 in year 1, growing to £45,000 in year 2
• 25 days holiday and statutory days
• Opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding team
• A career path filled with advancement and professional development opportunities

The Role:
As an Internal Sales Executive, your contributions will be instrumental in the growth of the company. Key responsibilities include:

• Generating opportunities and booking appointments for the field sales team
• Utilising lead and CRM data to meet call targets
• Maintaining and updating pipeline information
• Collaborating with the external sales team to achieve new business targets

The Candidate:
The ideal Internal Sales Executive will have:

• Good customer facing skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• A self-motivated and ambitious nature
• A focus and determination to exceed targets
• Resilience with the ability to bounce back

Our client has evolved from its origins in letter delivery to become a significant player in the industry, delivering impressive growth. They have successfully adapted to the changing market landscape, particularly in the economy parcels sector driven by online shopping. With multiple sites across the UK, their growth shows no signs of slowing down.

Don't miss this opportunity to build your career as an Internal Sales Executive in a fast-paced, friendly environment. Apply now and be part of our client's success story.

If you have interest or experience in roles such as Sales Development Representative, Inside Sales Specialist, Sales Executive, Business Development Representative, or Telesales Executive, this SDR / Inside Sales Executive role could be the perfect fit for you.

Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.