Job Title: Purchasing Assistant
Vickerstock are partnering with a major fabrication business to fill this role.
About the Role
This is a full-time permanent position for someone with prior experience in purchasing or supply chain management.
You will provide administrative support to the purchasing department, assisting with procurement processes and maintaining purchase records.
Key Responsibilities:
* Liaise with suppliers to ensure orders are received on time
* Reduce supplier lead times and expedite orders
* Work closely with the scheduling department to identify delivery date issues affecting production
* Resolve order, delivery, and invoice issues with suppliers
* Manage collections of goods from suppliers and raise purchase orders as needed
* Maintain accurate supplier pricing and assist with cost-saving projects
Requirements
* 1 year's experience in purchasing or supply chain
* Strong Excel skills and prior MRP/ERP experience
* Clear communication and ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* SAGE 200 experience is advantageous
Benefits
* Company pension
* Flexi-time (early Friday finish)
* Life assurance policy