We are delighted to be supporting a successful High Wycombe based manufacturing and engineering business in their search for a newly created role of Purchasing Assistant.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career. Reporting to the Group Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager, you will support an efficient and commercially effective purchasing function, with the opportunity to develop towards a future management position.
This is a Hybrid role working Monday to Friday 8:45am to 17.15pm. You will be based in the clients office close to High Wycombe. The salary for this role is up to £35K dependent on experience plus bonus.
Main responsibilities for the Purchasing Assistant role are:
- Lead day-to-day purchasing assistant activities.
- Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier acknowledgements and expediting.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply issues.
- Manage inventory availability while reducing excess and obsolete stock.
- Support ERP/MRP systems, including supplier data, lead times and planning parameters.
- Support sourcing, cost reduction and supplier negotiations.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Sales, Finance and Warehouse teams.
- Drive continuous improvement across purchasing processes.
- Deputise for the Purchasing Manager when required.
Skills required for the Purchasing Assistant role are:
- 3+ years’ purchasing experience, preferably within manufacturing or engineering.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
- Excellent analytical and Excel skills.
- Strong communication and organisational abilities.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
- CIPS Level 4 or studying towards would be desirable.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer or Purchasing professional ready to step up, take on greater responsibility and develop within an established and growing business. Apply today to find out more
