Job Description

Role Overview: Dennison Commercials Ltd is the sole Volvo Truck & Bus dealer and the leading provider of heavy commercial vehicles in Northern Ireland. Following our continued growth and success, we are currently seeking a Full Time Procurement Co-Ordinator to join our team. This is a key role within the aftersales side of our business, focusing on the procurement, administration and co-ordination of our Denn-Part (alternative parts) offering, to both existing and new customers and providing key support to our Denn-Part sales team. Location: Whilst this role will be based at our largest Depot in Ballyclare, the role will provide a central point of support and communication for our Denn-Part sales team across all our Depots. About The Role Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carrying out procurement of parts and materials with established providers
• Liaising with transport/logistics carriers to manage transport arrangements for purchases
• Analysing pricing structures with management, giving consideration to currency influences
• Negotiating best value for inbound pricing
• Updating Denn-Part product costing lists based on current buying prices
• Updating the sales RRP based on market research and ensuring best margin for the business
• Creating and maintaining a portfolio of supplier contacts and products supplied
• Establishing parts cases for Group customers to avoid pricing disparities between Depots
• Develop and diversify sales from Volvo alternative to other manufacturer brands
• Stock management for Denn-Part as a whole
• Identification of aged stock issues, stock reports and identification of stock for potential clearance offers / promotions
• Production of regular reports e.g. outstanding orders, sales per product group etc
• Central administration point of contact for all depots in relation to Denn-Part e.g. quality/pricing feedback, warranty, availability issues etc
• Central point of communication to Denn-Part sales team to share information

Required Criteria

• Possess a third level qualification in a business related discipline
• Demonstrable experience of working in a procurement role possessing first hand purchasing experience
• Possess strong commercial and business acumen with good analytical skills
• Be a strong negotiator with an assertive approach to dealing with suppliers
• Be an excellent communicator who listens actively, thinks strategically and follows up on outstanding matters
• Possess a proactive, flexible and methodical approach to work
• Possess the drive to identify or anticipate future opportunities
• Be self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure using their own initiative
• Be a team player who actively shares information with the team and is committed to achieving success in this area of the business
• Be able to manage their time effectively
• Possess demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Possess a full, valid driving licence

Desired Criteria

• Previous knowledge and experience of parts related to the heavy vehicle industry would be advantageous

Skills Needed Business Process Improvement, Sales Benchmarking, Organisational skills About The Company We believe our staff are our most valuable asset. We appreciate the input of every member of the team and always strive to reward hard work and good performance. Therefore, if you work at Dennison Commercials you can expect competitive rates of pay combined with an excellent benefits package including: Company Culture

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Access to a pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Healthcare benefits
• Retail discount scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Gym/Leisure Centre membership
• Death in service benefit
• Free on-site parking at all our sites
• Ongoing training and development opportunities with global brand manufacturer training
• Long Service recognition
• A friendly work atmosphere within a real team environment
• Long term career prospects

Company Benefits Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Performance bonuses, Retirement plan and/or pension, Office perks, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Cycle to work, Free work laptop, Referral bonus, Open office, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Long service recognition Salary Not disclosed