Junior Purchaser / Administrator in Manufacturing - North Bristol - £26,000 to £28,000 per annum
Are you a self-motivated and driven individual looking to kickstart your career in purchasing and supply chain? Do you have a passion for the manufacturing industry and a desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment? If so, then we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Our client is a leading manufacturing company based in North Bristol, they are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Junior Purchasing Administrator to join their team.
In this role, you will work closely the senior supply chain purchaser and gain valuable experience in all aspects of purchasing, while also branching into planning and inventory management. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable skills and progress within a dynamic company.
As a Junior Purchasing Administrator, you will play a crucial role in the purchasing team, ensuring that all purchase orders are accurately placed and managed efficiently. You will support the senior supply chain purchaser in their day-to-day tasks and have the opportunity to participate in cross training within planning and purchasing. You must have strong PC skills and knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (ideally SAP) will be put to good use as you help to improve their processes and systems.
In this role, you will also manage booking in requests and support stock checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability of inventories. Your attention to detail and strong organisational skills will be essential in supporting
continuous efforts to improve and optimise supply chain operations.
We are looking for a candidate who has a genuine interest in the manufacturing industry and is eager to learn and grow within the purchasing and supply chain field. As a Junior Purchasing Administrator, you will have the chance to work closely with a highly experienced and knowledgeable team, who will provide you with valuable guidance and mentorship.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have:
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems. SAP would be desirable.
Strong PC skills
Understanding of a manufacturing environment is highly desirable
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to negotiate and influence
Positive attitude to change
Strong planning and organisational skills
Ability to work under own initiative and drive improvement
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and in a team.
What our client will offer you:
Subsidised canteen
Shopping hub discount
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Private Health Scheme
Life cover
Pension
Secure car park
Generous holiday allowance
So if you are a proactive and motivated individual, with a strong passion for purchasing and supply chain and/or are very strong administrator please do apply or email your CV to (url removed)
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