We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the purchasing process and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will need to be able to demonstrate an aptitude for liaising with customers on the phone as well as being a confident Excel user. We can support your personal development by enrolling you onto an appropriate apprenticeship to give you a deeper level of understanding of the purchasing role.
What you will be doing
* Day to day transactional purchasing of goods, materials and services
* Develop and improve supplier relationships to deliver quality, cost and delivery improvements
* Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance
* Supporting internal teams with managing on-site stock levels and supporting with stock counts
* Maintaining on-time delivery from suppliers to support the goods-in and production teams
* Identification of opportunities to improve internal processes
* There will be an occasional requirement to perform duties out of office hours to support stock taking checks
About You
* Ability to add value, reduce costs and make continuous improvements
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to recommend changes to improve ways of working
* Purchasing experience would be an advantage but what is more important is the ability to manage multiple workstreams and maintain your attention to detail
* Ability to analyse data and present information
* Able to take initiative and use common sense
* You will care about making a difference to your colleagues
* You can stay calm in a fast-paced environment
* You are flexible and willing to provide support to your manager and colleagues, particularly in situations where there is a change in circumstances
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Middlesbrough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
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