Job Advert
Accounts & Purchasing Manager
| Reporting To | Managing Director |
| Duration | Permanent, Full-Time |
| Location | Netball UK Headquarters in Oldham |
| Hours | 37.5 hours per week - predominantly Monday to Friday |
| Salary | £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience |
About the Accounts & Purchasing Manager
Netball UK’s Accounts and Purchasing Manager will lead on all elements of day-to-day operations, manage company accounts and be responsible for purchasing which, when combined, play a pivotal role in ensuring the profitability of the company.
The works alongside our day-to-day team including the customer services gurus and liaises closely with the warehouse team to ensure a smooth and efficient sales process.
They also endeavour to source the best products at competitive prices and, in turn, realising the margins required to grow the sales, revenue and profit.
Working alongside the Managing Director and Business Operations Director, the Accounts & Purchasing Manager will be responsible for:
- the day-to-day purchasing from suppliers – from managing stock to ensure merchandise is online in a timely fashion
- the management of our banking and accounts system including paying suppliers, company wages, debtors and quarterly reports
- liaising with key suppliers that require forward orders, ensuring deadlines are met and stock arrives at the first available opportunity
- seeking new products that complement the company range and encourage new business
- working with the Strategy & Communications Coordinator to ensure they are aware of new stock due to arrive to ensure that all marketing is planned and prepared in good time, including adding new products online
- being a key part of the wider Netball UK team, supporting with all activities as and when required, such as order processing, attending events and dealing with customers in our shop
At its heart, this role is about ensuring that the business thrives through ensuring profitability through accounting and relationships with suppliers.
It is a key team position at the heart of the company within a friendly, fast-paced environment where our strength is our ability to react quickly and deliver on behalf of our customers, suppliers and partners.
Skills and Qualifications
- Practical knowledge of budgeting, cash-flow regulation, day-to-day accounting activities such as paying invoices and issuing invoices
- Ability to use Microsoft Office programs, including Excel
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Good data analysis, planning and organisational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
DESIRABLE
- Experience of using Xero accounting and stock management systems
- Use of website content management systems
- Experience working in an online retail environment
- Interest and experience of the sport of netball
About Netball UK
Established in 2000 by Debbie Hallas, all of our employees live and breathe netball - from Superleague to local league - and that means we’re able to give the best advice and recommendations.
We like to think we know our customers needs so we go the extra mile to source products they want from the biggest brands at the best prices. We’re based in Oldham, deliver across the UK & around the world with our online shop, and have a place you can come and see and try on products too.
We know that for Netballers, it's not just a sport. For us at Netball UK, it's not just a business or an odd on. Netball is our world.
More Information
If you would like more information or an informal conversation about the role, please contact Netball UK Managing Director Debbie Hallas on debbie@netballuk.co.uk or 07970 064 625.
How To Apply
The closing date for applications is Friday 27 March at 5pm. We may close the job advert earlier depending on the quality of applications received, so we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter setting out how you meet the job specification and would deliver the qualities in the job description to:
Debbie Hallas, Managing Director
- By email: debbie@netballuk.co.uk
- By post: Netball UK, Unit E, Prince of Wales Business Park, Vulcan Street, Oldham OL1 4ER