Consortium are pleased to be representing a well established engineering business that are looking for a Purchasing Assistant.Are you passionate about building strong supplier relationships and confident in managing stock? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a drive to succeed? If you're looking to join a long standing business that offers long term, stable career opportunities, this is the opportunity for you!In this dynamic role, as a Purchasing Assistant you'll be:
- Running MRP: Ensure the right materials at the right time by managing inventory flow with bespoke software.
- Raising orders and processing acknowledgements: Keep the production line moving smoothly by placing timely orders and verifying their confirmation.
- Initiating and logging supplier enquiries: Proactively address supplier questions and concerns to foster positive relationships.
- Chasing overdue orders: Be a champion for punctuality, ensuring deliveries arrive on schedule.
- Negotiating with national & international suppliers: Secure the best possible prices and terms through effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Sourcing potential new suppliers: Research, evaluate, and select the best fit for the company's needs, factoring in quality, cost, reliability and terms.
- Passion for learning: Eager to develop your skills and gain exposure to strategic purchasing.
- Technically minded: You are able to read technical specs and drawings
- Cost & delivery champion: You find cost-effective solutions while ensuring timely deliveries, to ensure production activity is not effected.
- IT Literate: Confident using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and open to learning new systems.
- Relationship builder: You understand the power of strong partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with direct and indirect purchasing within a manufacturing setting
- Experience of using an MRP system
- Full-time role: 37 hours per week in a vibrant office environment.
- £28,000, pension scheme, 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), cycle to work scheme.