Purchasing Assistant

6 days ago

Lancaster, Lancashire, United Kingdom Adecco UK Limited Full time
Purchasing Account Manager

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our Purchasing Team in Carnforth. The company is experiencing rapid growth and requires additional support to facilitate its expansion plans.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs, generating daily stock reports.
  • Coordinate and manage enquiries and quotations with suppliers, negotiate prices, and progress with recommendations and proposals.
  • Process orders and communicate with suppliers regarding product and quantity requirements.
  • Schedule orders in a timely manner to meet production needs and ensure continuity of required stock levels.
  • Direct and monitor the timely management of special and direct delivery purchase orders, ensuring all orders are processed and reported back to the sales team and customers as required.
  • Follow up with suppliers to confirm or change orders, communicating any changes or updates to PO's and inventory to the sales team.
  • Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products are collected or delivered in good condition and a timely manner.
  • Assist with tracking and customs clearance procedures for overseas supplier orders.
  • Follow procedures and policies in analyzing situations or data to determine appropriate action.
  • Book in deliveries and goods.
  • Notify relevant channels of any discrepancies with supplier goods.
  • Maintain the supplier information document.
  • Review supplier prices on a regular basis.
  • Assist the Operations Manager and Purchasing Supervisor in other duties as required.
Requirements:
  • Previous experience in a purchasing role.
  • Good negotiating skills.
  • Strong and effective communication, including verbal and nonverbal.
  • Exceptional organization skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure, manage workloads, and resolve conflicts effectively.
  • Flexibility to manage and adapt to change.
  • Positive attitude in challenging situations.
  • Problem-solving skills to find solutions and make decisions.
  • Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.

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