Flexiteek International Limited, formerly known as Wilks (Rubber Plastics) Mfgs Co Ltd (founded in 1973), is a premier global manufacturer of synthetic marine decking and fendering with headquarters in Tollesbury, Essex.
Flexiteek serves over 200 leading boat brands worldwide and one of the world’s leading marine fendering brands with a wide range of specialist profiles helping to protect every type of board. In-house tooling facilities ensure that we offer customers added support from the early stage of product development through to manufacturer. The ability to extrude custom-made profiles in a spectrum of colours to our customers’ requirements ensure that we are able to meet our promises and deliver the highest performing products possible.
Reporting to the Group CEO we are looking for a Purchasing Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the Groups’ strategy, policies and procedures to optimise the procurement process working with the management teams in Poland, Sweden, USA, Denmark and the UK.
Role Responsibilities
Develop and implement short and long-term purchasing strategies.
Manage scheduling and placement of orders, set pricing agreements and other negotiations with suppliers (including rebates and payment terms).
Manage supplier relationships to ensure the best value, quality and reliability.
Manage orders in system to ensure OTIF deliveries, reduction of overdue orders.
Collaborate closely across the Group (especially with Sales, Production and Finance teams) to unlock joint opportunities and share best practice.
Set and oversee purchasing budgets, aligning with Group budgets and working with the Board of Directors to establish controls and measures.
Set and oversee inventory levels across the Group of 5 locations, aligning with Group budgets and working with the Board of Directors to establish controls and measures.
Establish quality control and ensure supplies meet Company standards.
Drive continuous improvement, cost-saving initiatives and operational efficiencies.
Skills/experience
A strong knowledge of purchasing principles, practices and procedures, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to understand and respond to business needs.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills to address issues relating to vendors, pricing and supply chain disruptions.
Ability to be proactive and work in a collaborative manner.
Previous experience with demonstrated success in similar roles, minimum 5 years.
Other Information
Location: Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, Essex CM9 8RY
Contract: Full-time/permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contributory Pension Scheme (5% Employee/3% Employer)
Death in Service x2.5 of basic salary
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company sick pay of 5 paid sick days per calendar year accruing to a maximum of 20 days per calendar year if untaken
Membership of a health cash plan for you and a partner.
Pay: From £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Life insurance
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
