RJ Lifts Group Ltd is one of the top UK Leading Independent Lift Company that specialise in all aspects of lifts, including servicing, repairs, refurbishments and new installations. We have been established over 30 Years and our growth is due to our highly motivated, courteous, professional and well trained personnel, which all have an emphasis on exceptional customer service.
We are currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant with the passion and ambition to join our well-respected Company at our London office.
The Role (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
* At least 2 years’ experience in a Purchasing assistant role within a busy office environment – Experience in purchasing would be advantageous.
* Understanding of purchasing systems including stock management.
* Involved in sourcing parts and raising purchase orders for locally required parts.
* Ability to accurately locate stock, record and retrieve for end users.
* Expedite outstanding Purchase orders to meet delivery deadlines.
* Carry out goods receiving duties including recording on the stock system.
* Communicate promptly with the operations team about availability issues that may impact the production plan, offering alternative solutions where necessary.
* Computer literate with keyboard skills and experience of Microsoft packages (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive ‘can do’ attitude.
* Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility where necessary and to work as part of a team.
* Extremely well organised with the ability to multi-task.
* Accurate attention to detail is a must.
* Maintain accurate records related to all purchasing activity.
* Support the Purchasing manager in implementing cost saving initiatives.
* Collaborate on corrective and preventative actions to prevent issues to improve processes.
* Provide departmental coverage as required.
* Ensure compliance with Health and safety standards.
* Adhere to all Company policies and procedures.
* Liaising with internal departments and other team members.
* General administration duties.
* Experience within the lift industry would be advantageous.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
* GCSE Levels C or above in Maths, English and Science.
Preferred Skills:
* Previous purchasing administration or customer service skills required.
* Reporting experience.
* Excellent supplier/customer service skills – both verbal and written.
* Passionate about giving excellent service and quality to our internal and external customers.
* Team Player.
* Highly motivated – can proactively encourage and support your team and colleagues.
Please apply with your CV and a covering letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
* Free parking.
* On-site parking.
* Profit sharing.
* Referral programme.
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift.
* Monday to Friday.
Experience:
* Purchasing: 1 year (required).
Work Location: In person.
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