Purchasing Assistant

2 days ago


Mexborough, United Kingdom Supplies For Candles Full time
Purchasing Assistant Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and result-driven Purchasing Assistant to support the buying needs of our Purchasing Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for ordering products, managing the purchase process, and ensuring timely deliveries.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and prepare purchase orders, process all paperwork related to purchases, and manage the purchase process.
  • Co-ordinate and expedite supplier deliveries to ensure deliveries meet requirements and dates for the business.
  • Review incoming orders for accuracy and completeness, resolve any problems on the requisitions with the appropriate department, and update system with renewed delivery dates.
  • Manage freight tracker (overseas purchase orders), ensure stock availability targets are met, and manage packaging and requirements of the business and stock levels.
  • Provide the necessary purchasing information, in a timely manner, to all other departments as required to facilitate planning in all departments of the business.
  • Liaise with marketing and warehouse regarding all stock issues that will affect them, and ensure correct deliveries have arrived.
Requirements:
  • A result-driven individual with an appreciation of the importance of constantly looking to improve the margin and product performance through strong negotiation with suppliers.
  • Highly organized and able to prioritize to best achieve maximum results from available resources.
  • Proven track record within a fast-moving, preferably e-retail business.
  • Strong business acumen, especially regarding helping achieve the wider business objectives of the company.
  • Able to work independently but also a good team player with good written communication and interpersonal skills.
Background Experience & Qualifications:
  • Experience with MRP/ERP systems an advantage.
  • 1 year's demonstrable or relevant work experience in purchasing.
  • Competent computer skills and working knowledge of business office applications.


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