Do you want to work for a fast-paced, growing national company with excellent career stability and progression prospects where hard work is well rewarded? Then a job with AFI is for you.
Purchasing Controller - North East
The salary for this role is negotiable (DOE) plus overtime, bonus, healthcare and pension.
AFI is currently recruiting an Purchasing Controller based in the Central Service Hub, North East, Gateshead region,
You will be responsible for controlling the purchasing of parts and consumables for the depots across the UK long with other administrative duties.
Role Overview
In brief, the position of a Purchasing Controller involves:
Sourcing and ordering parts/consumable
Communicating with suppliers
Chasing POD
Arranging returns
Goods in
The above is not an exhaustive list, with the role comes a large variety of tasks
Essential Skills
Great customer service and communication skills
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Ability to adapt to change
Experience using Excel & Word
Experience creating purchase orders
Team player
Impeccable time management
Desirable Skills
Knowledge of inspire (if possible)
About Company
AFI Group is a leading provider of access solutions, from the hire and purchase of access equipment, to accredited training and service / maintenance of machines. With a current network of 21 hire locations across the UK, AFI has a strong emphasis on Health and Safety and is proud to hold various accreditations (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, 5* Achilles BuildingConfidence, Gold RoSPA award - to name a few).
Please note that we operate a 2-stage interview process and online testing to screen candidates