Purchasing Assistant

4 weeks ago


Bath Somerset, United Kingdom Reed Full time €28,000

Join a leading company in Bath as a Purchasing Assistant / Buyer. This role is essential for managing and overseeing a list of titles to ensure they are placed at agreed target costs and meet sales and customer delivery dates. You will play a key role in building supplier relationships and contributing to the continuous improvement of our procurement processes.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Support purchase order creation, negotiate costs and agree international schedules.
  • Collaborate with Sales to meet customer requirements, focusing on schedules and packing requirements.
  • Liaise with teams regarding file dates and specifications.
  • Work closely with the Production Control team on upcoming orders, schedules, and ensure all necessary dummies are ordered and checked in line with customer deadlines.
  • Maintain and update estimated costs and schedules in the database, ensuring all procurement-related information is populated and chase for any missing information.
  • Create and manage procurement documents such as PQs, POs, and Assembly orders.
  • Support the Head of Procurement with process improvements to ensure a smooth flow of information through the team.
  • Maintain the quality of data and challenge product specifications to promote environmental and sustainability considerations.
  • Explore and set up alternative suppliers for formats and components, managing the process from dummy approval to account setup.
  • Attend meetings, supply and gather relevant information and materials in advance, and contribute to setting up new procedures and system improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Confidence and excellent communication skills.
  • Highly organised and proactive.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and database systems.
  • Experience in managing or being part of tender processes is desirable.
  • Experience in building relationships with suppliers, particularly in the Far East.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.
  • Flexible approach and ambitious to learn and develop within the role.
  • Demonstrates initiative, honesty, and integrity.
  • Positive can-do attitude within a fast-changing environment.
  • Team player with a strong commitment to company values.

Salary up to £28K


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