Purchasing / Stores Coordinator

Hollingworth Design Ltd (HDL) are a rapidly growing Stockport based Engineering company. Operating out of a new 12,000 sq ft unit, HDL have a strong engineering competency, particularly in mechanical, design, electrical, pneumatics, software and process engineering, serving customers in the medical, motor sports and other industries.

We offer a range of engineering products and services to customers including compressed air and vacuum systems, contract CNC, design and hydrogen consultancy.

We are seeking someone with purchasing and stores experience within an engineering company to work across the two teams of Procurement and Stores. This is an exciting opportunity with a wide scope, which we hope the candidate will make their own and bring their own skills and knowledge. We see this as an entry position, allowing the the right candidate to grow with us and move into other roles.

Role Overview

As Procurement Co\-ordinator, you will work with Procurement Manager to ensure a constant supply of parts and materials are available for our various production teams, whilst reducing potential risks within the supply chain and ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and our internal QMS.

As Procurement Co\-ordinator you will work with the Stores Team to assist with the smooth functioning of the department, with correct parts being ready for the manufacturing teams when required.

The common thread throughout these roles is our MRP system, where you will take a lead role in its accuracy, growth and implementation. Strong IT skills are therefore essential. The candidate will have excellent problem\-solving skills, and take a hands\-on approach to the further development of our MRP systems

Responsibilities Include

Procurement:

· Procuring goods and services from new and existing suppliers

· Negotiating best price, and terms with manufacturing partners

· Monitor supplier issues and provide alternative solutions

· Liaise and collaborate with other departments and implement solutions

· Take a key role in the operation, implementation and expansion of our existing MRP system

· Provide ideas for process improvements

· Provide holiday / sickness cover for the Procurement Manager

Stores:

· Provide daily administration help for stores including booking in, stock identification, stock counting, scanning of delivery notes etc

·Adding new parts to the MRP

·Liaising with the engineering and manufacturing teams about min / max stock levels and investigations into incorrectly picked / ordered parts

· Provide holiday / sickness cover for the Stores Manager

Key Requirements

· Experience of working in procurement and stores in an engineering environment

· Excellent communication skills with all levels of responsibility within the company, suppliers and customers

· Strong IT skills, preferably with some programming experience

· Willingness to learn how all aspects of a manufacturing business in some exciting markets operates and contribute to its smooth and efficient running

Benefits

· Competitive Salary with annual salary reviews

· Onsite parking

· Company social events

· Opportunity to develop role and progress within a rapidly growing company operating in exciting markets

What's Great About HDL?

· Our people – we innovate and create all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit.

· Employee\-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy.

· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives.

· Sustainability initiatives have led to a near zero carbon footprint.

Design Ltd provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability status.

• Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups


• LGBTQ\+ friendly workplace


• Age\-inclusive

Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,000\.00\-£34,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events


• On\-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Stockport SK3 0EF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• A\-Level or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Stores: 1 year (required)


• Procurement: 1 year (required)

Language:

• Mandarin (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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