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Developing one of the most efficient heat pumps on the market. And turning the lights on only when needed. Both count. Both are us.


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Head of Purchasing UK

Company

: Vaillant Industrial UKLtd

Location

: Belper-GBR

Country

: United Kingdom (GB)

Brand

: Vaillant

What we achieve together

Lead

the UK Purchasing team and develop / maintain a high performing team. Responsible for the management of the local series purchasing team and provide active support of indirect purchasing, project purchasing and customs.

Manage

the purchasing operation and supplier performance including quality, deliveries and adherence to the deadlines and time demands of the plant. Ensure

security of supply

and manage escalations in case of critical situations to external and internal stakeholders. Complete market observations and analysis with a focus on the

identifying opportunities

for both the local sites as well as Group. Carry out site

supplier visits

and combine these with effective

audits

as a basis for supplier development. Champion purchasing

projects

with local and group focus and ensure efficient use of the purchasing related IT-systems.

What makes us successful together

Qualifications

- MCIPS qualified or a purchasing-related degree is desirable for this role. Previous work

experience

in purchasing is required for all applicants. You will have first class

leadership and coaching

skills. A proven ability to build a

strong network

of relationships in a large industrial operation. You will have a confident demeanour and strong

communication and negotiation

skills.

What makes us special

We offer our employees an

attractive remuneration package

, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and bonus opportunities. We offer a

generous pension scheme

which enables our employees to have greater financial security when they do retire. We are in the 7% of UK businesses that have received the gold award from

Investors in People

(IiP). For our employee's

peace of mind

, we provide a death in service benefit and the option of subsidised private health care. We pride ourselves on our

Family Friendly Policies

, designed to support our employees during important life events.

Hybrid working

is agreed at a local level under an informal discretionary arrangement. This enables our employees to have flexibility.

Your Contact:

Amanda Smith

+44 7734 985 093



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