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7 months ago
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Job brief:

An established company based in Sheffield, that is continuing to grow year on year, are looking for an experienced Plant Hire Controller to join their team. As the Plant Hire Controller, you will play an integral role in a fast-paced environment.

Duties will include:
• Sourcing items of plant from suppliers
• Raising of PO’s
• Cost control and management to pre agreed rates
• Queries based on orders placed if any
• Controlling internal live hire report
• On hire and off hire off plant
• Assisting main procurement department when necessary

The ideal Candidate should have:
• Excellent, communication skills
• Negotiating skills
• An aptitude for figures and the ability to manage a budget
• A background working in a construction or plant hire setting

As the Plant Hire Controller, you will be able to build good relationships with all kinds of people, be persuasive plus willing to make decisions and take responsibility for them. In return you will be offered a salary of £30,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, full time in the office, 7:30am - 5:00pm.
You will be offered 21 days holidays plus statutory bank holidays.
The company offers free onsite parking

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