Purchasing Assistant

3 weeks ago


Preston, United Kingdom Avnet Full time

Farnell
- Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

CPC, part of Farnell & Avnet, is currently recruiting for the role of Purchasing Assistant / Purchasing Administrator based in Preston. Reporting to the Overseas Buyer you will support the purchasing of our private label products from overseas.

Why join us?
- Staff discounts off a wide range of products at
- Company Benefits Discount and Rewards Scheme which includes shop discounts, hotel discounts, days out and more
- Early finish on Fridays
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Company Sick Pay
- Company pension scheme

What will you be doing?
- Regular communications with suppliers and Premier Farnell’s Asian Sourcing Office
- Work with suppliers to improve stock availability
- Forecast currency requirements
- Help manage an inventory portfolio within set targets
- SLOB management
- Closely monitor stock movements, analyse data and set accurate due dates
- Liaise with all the Warehouse and Finance functions

What skills do you need?
- Good IT skills with excellent analytical skills, Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Strong communication skills
- Well organised
- Able to use own initiative and manage time effectively
- Commercial awareness

What should you do next?

Please click on the link to Apply, your CV will be reviewed within 7 days and if successful in the shortlisting process, we will contact you directly.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

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