Job Description

Who are we?

Vispring is one of the world's leading luxury bed brands and has been manufacturing in the UK since 1901. Based in Plymouth since 1970, beside the Tamar River, Vispring sells to 59 countries around the globe and is the benchmark for handmade, bespoke, high-quality beds that are made using only the finest natural materials to guarantee a perfect night's sleep.

Overview

Procurement is a strategic function at Vispring and is essential to the ongoing success of the business. The Coordinator will administer all purchase order requirements and support development of supplier relationships for lower value and lower risk requirements or where supply relationships are established under supervision.

Working across all departments, the candidate must be personable and demonstrate a collaborative and proactive attitude. To ensure a highly responsive service is delivered, the individual should be very organised, driven and detailed in their approach.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Placing all purchase orders with suppliers in line with forecast and demand data for core materials Completing all administrative tasks surrounding purchasing processes and actively managing all open purchase orders Ensuring sufficient quantities in stock to satisfy the demands of production, in line with Planning, Production and Customer Services Coordinating with inventory team, management, and Product Development to attain accurate and optimised stock levels Liaising with internal departments and management in relation to purchase orders, sales confirmations, amendments and product information Arranging transport of goods and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery, whilst optimising shipping volumes to ensure cost effectiveness Expediting purchase orders where necessary to ensure delivery dates are achieved, ensuring shortages are kept to a minimum Monitoring stock quality and waste, escalating any discrepancies to suppliers and management Liaising with Accounts to ensure invoice queries are addressed in a timely fashion Administers and supports development of supplier relationships in a supporting role under supervision and will be required to advise on procurement matters. Delivers on departmental KPIs relating to purchases on time and on budget, stock holding optimisation and turnover, quality and invoicing issues

Qualification & Skills

E = Essential, D = Desirable

Education

A level preferred (D) or GCSE standard (E) A high level of proficiency in written, numerical and verbal skills (E) Fluency of English language (E)

Technical

Highly organised and analytical (E) Confident with numerical problem solving (E) Proficient in the use of MS Office tools and SAP systems (D)

Behavioural

The ability to identify and recommend process improvements (E) Shows respect and concern for others (E) Fosters open and collaborative ways of working (E) Has a proactive attitude in meeting challenges and resolving problems (E) Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to be successful in a changing environment (E) An effective communicator who facilitates bottom up and top-down communication (E)

Benefits

Pension: We want to help you plan for your future, so we will contribute 8% of your gross pay into your pension pot with a minimum employee contribution of 4% Enhanced Holiday Generous staff discount scheme Free parking Employee assistance programme including healthcare cash plan Company sick pay scheme Social events First aiders & Mental health first aiders
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

Why do you believe you will be the right candidate for this role? Reason for applying?
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person