Purchasing Officer

Position Overview

As a Purchasing Officer at Charles & Keith Group, you will manage the end-to-end purchasing activities, including negotiating with potential vendors to secure advantageous deals.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and assess quotations from various suppliers and manufacturers to ensure competitive pricing on products.
• Assist with order consolidation and processing to enhance operational efficiency.
• Liaise between the sourcing team and the shipping department to guarantee timely delivery schedules.
• Cross-check product deliveries against purchase orders and address any inconsistencies with vendors.
• Conduct vendor assessments to select suppliers based on quality and pricing standards.
• Negotiate with vendors to obtain favorable costs and contractual terms.
• Keep abreast of market and purchasing trends to support informed decision-making.

Candidate Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.
• Strong ability to work with urgency and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent coordination skills for collaboration across departments, managing timelines and priorities effectively.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication talents to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and internal teams.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in work.
• A dedicated team player with a strong sense of integrity and a positive outlook.
• Availability aligned with the role's requirements.
• Outgoing personality and lively personal style.
• A genuine interest in fashion and the fashion sector.