Purchasing Assistant
Salary:
£Neg dep on exp
Location:
West Midlands
The Company:
My client specialises within the Corrugated Packaging Industry
The Role:
• The role of the Purchasing Assistant, is to work as part of the Sales and estimating department by managing a set of purchase orders.
• Working with direction from the Manager, the role primarily will be data administration, raising orders and liaising to suppliers.
• The raising and management of purchase orders to suppliers
• Saving of various documentation to relevant system folders
• Working closely with the sales team and production.
• Managing system dates, ensuring accuracy at all times
• Updating the specs to match the drawings / artwork
• Liaising with the sales team to ensure they meet the delivery deadline
• Assisting with any enquiries from other departments, sales team, accounts etc.
• Working Mon-Fri 8am – 5pm
Requirements:
• Excellent attention to detail and administration skills
• Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Have the ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and use effective time management to meet tight deadlines
• Be personable to build relationships with people of all levels/positions
• Be able to manage time and workload accordingly in a fast paced environment
• Flexibility and ability to effectively communicate and negotiate with people from all backgrounds
• Ability to work independently/on own initiative and also as part of a team, as required