Job Description

The Dalesman Group

was established in 1979 and supplies fine food ingredients to the meat, bakery & retail industries.

As a sector lead in technology, expertise, quality, compliance standards and customer service levels, we are highly regarded as one of the strongest manufactures in our sector.

An opportunity has arisen to be part of our excellent purchasing team here at the Dalesman Group. Growth and development is at the heart of what we do. In this role you will be supporting our purchasing manager with all packaging ordering, building strong and lasting relationships with suppliers and various other duties. As part of this role the company is happy to consider any relevant training, which will allow you to develop both professionally and personally.

As part of this role you will be required on occasion to travel to our Newcastle site however there will be no overnight stay needed and appropriate expenses will be paid.

Responsibilities, Duties and Requirements:

Research, select, sample request and purchase quality materials and services within budget.

Retail packaging, liaise with the marketing team regarding any packaging changes

Where required, attend supplier meetings, and visit other sites & suppliers as needed

Work in conjunction with QA team to ensure compliance to product specification and standard procurement terms and conditions

Communicate effectively with external suppliers to develop professional relationships

Continuous comparison and negotiation of suppliers and contractors to include price checks to get the best price possible

Support the Purchasing Manager with managing our:

o PRN obligations and other regulatory audits.

o Carbon reduction projects

o Insurance needs

o Utilities requirements and relationships

o Mobile phone contract

o Waste management contracts

o Fleet, carrier and logistics contracts

Plan new direct and indirect contracts with the Purchasing Manager. Monitor and review contracts regularly.

Deal effectively and efficiently with any supplier problems or queries

Discuss supplier invoicing and credit notes with purchase ledger/quality control/ warehouse

Order packaging materials to maintain adequate stock at all times within budget

Monitor global situations that can affect supplies and prices

Perform weekly stock checks as and when required, including packaging

Provide support/cover for all members of the purchasing team

Support technical procedures relating to BRCGS/GRS quality manual

Ensure all importation regulations, relating to procurement are met

Where required, attend supplier, HACCP/TACCP/VACCP, Allergen, CIN and Product reviews.

Develop and use basic BRCGS, H&S and continuous improvement knowledge to perform the role effectively.

Hold a valid full UK driving license

Salary: 28,000 per year

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Based in Bradford at our Head Office in person.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bradford BD5 8HW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work Location: In person