Purchasing Assistant
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Location
Woolpit
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Sector:
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Job type:
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Salary:
£25000 - £30000 per annum
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Contact:
Brigita Seveliovaite
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Contact email:
Brigita@compasspoint.co.uk
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Contact phone:
01284765700
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Job ref:
J36368
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Published:
4 months ago
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Expiry date:
2024-07-24
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Start date:
2024-06-24
Salary: £25,000 a year
Hours: Part Time (flexible)
Location: Woolpit, Suffolk
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Purchasing Assistant at an equipment supplier, who will be part of the purchasing team, placing & chasing orders, making sure everything is in stock & up to date in business. The ideal candidate has a flexible approach, is organized, and has great attention to detail.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in procuring equipment and supplies, ensuring timely delivery.
- Prepare and process purchase orders according to company policies.
- Communicate with suppliers for product information, availability, and pricing.
- Maintain relationships with existing suppliers and identify new ones.
- Monitor supplier performance and report issues.
- Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
- Monitor market trends to anticipate price changes.
- Handle administrative tasks like filing, data entry, and scheduling.
- Process invoices and purchase requisitions.
- Respond to inquiries about orders.
- Track inventory levels and initiate orders as needed.
Requirements:
- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role, preferably within an equipment supplier or similar industry.
- Basic understanding of supply chain management and procurement processes.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective supplier and internal interactions.
- Excellent administrative skills for managing paperwork and documentation.
Benefits:
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- Flexible working hours available.
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays per annum.
- Life assurance/Death in Service coverage.
- Company pension plan.
- Free on-site parking.
Do you have relevant experience, or have you worked in similar settings before?
We are seeking a motivated individual with a can-do attitude to join our team. If this sounds like you, please apply today!