Job Title
Procurement Assistant
Salary
£28,000 + CIPS training
Location
Newton Street
35 hours per week (site-based)
About the Company
This is a financially stable, family-owned manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its market.
They’ve recently invested heavily in their offices and facilities, creating a modern, well-equipped working environment. The team is close-knit, supportive, and welcoming — people tend to stay because they enjoy working here.
Role and Responsibilities
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Monitor stock levels and work closely with stock control
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Identify slow and fast-moving stock and act on risks
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Raise and manage purchase orders
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Track orders and provide clear updates
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Handle supplier returns, credits, and warranty issues
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Support import and export activity, including customs paperwork
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Coordinate logistics and urgent deliveries
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Maintain accurate records for goods and stock
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Support the Procurement Manager and provide cover when needed
Key Requirements
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Strong organisation and attention to detail
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Clear communication skills
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Confident working with numbers and data
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Good Excel skills
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Able to manage workload and meet deadlines
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Team player with a proactive approach
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ERP system knowledge is helpful but not essential
Benefits and Perks
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25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 28 with service)
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Option to buy up to 10 extra days
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CIPS training and development
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Pension: 4% employer / 4% employee
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Salary sacrifice pension option
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Death in service (7x salary)
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Health cash plan
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Profit-related bonus (after 12 months)
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Birthday voucher
Why Apply
This is an ideal role for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment where you will be surrounded by experienced procurement and engineering professionals and given the opportunity to complete a supported CIPS qualification
