Group Purchasing Manager

Picksons Plc is a family business that since starting in 1979 has grown into the leading supplier of truck, trailer and bus spare parts across the South West and South Wales. With 12 branches, nearly 200 group employees and turnover in excess of £33m.

We are now looking for a Group Purchasing Manager to oversee all aspects of our Commercial Vehicle parts procurement across the group.

With annual parts purchases of around £20m, this is a key strategic role in the future growth of the company.

Reporting straight to the directors, the successful candidate will need to have extensive experience of stock management across a multi branch network. Including - ordering, supplier liaison, stock levelling, stock cleanses, stock taking, scheduling, bulk ordering, etc.

Working with the senior team, the primary objectives will be to ensure that we are buying at the right levels to generate maximum returns for us and savings for our customers, whilst keeping our current stock relevant and reducing our aged stock value.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential. Experience and knowledge of the Commercial Vehicle Parts market, as well as MAM Autopart and Phocas Software would be advantageous. The successful applicant would also need to have good Microsoft Excel skills.

You will be primarily based in Bristol, but there will be a requirement to visit all depots across the South West and South Wales from time to time as required.

Salary: On application

Hours: 42.5 per week

Holiday: 26 days plus bank holidays

Private healthcare and company pension scheme.

Closing date for applications: Monday 30th September 2024