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Buyer / Purchasing Assistant

Reed
Posted 12 days ago, valid for 12 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR8 6PW, England

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Purchasing Support position is located in Thorpe St Andrews and offers a flexible salary based on experience.
  • This temporary role is expected to last until December, with a strong potential for permanent employment.
  • The job involves liaising with site personnel, processing orders on the COINS system, and communicating with suppliers.
  • Candidates with previous purchasing experience and proficiency in COINS or similar software are preferred.
  • The working arrangement is hybrid, requiring three days in the office and two days working from home, with hours from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Purchasing Support
  • Location: Thorpe St Andrews
  • Salary: flexible dependent on experience
  • Job Type: Temporary until December or longer (with a high potential to become permanent)
  • Working Arrangement: Hybrid  2 days working from home, 3 in the office
  • Hours 8.30-5 Mon- Fri

We are urgently seeking a Purchasing Support professional to provide immediate assistance within our Purchasing Department. This role offers a varied workload and the opportunity to be part of an expanding team. While initially temporary, there is a strong likelihood for the position to become permanent.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Liaising with site personnel to take orders and ensure accurate fulfilment.
  • Processing and updating orders on the COINS system.
  • Communicating with suppliers and site teams to send and confirm orders.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in purchasing or buying is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in using COINS or similar procurement software.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
Benefits:
  • Competitive pay with flexibility based on experience.
  • Hybrid working model to support work-life balance.
  • Opportunity for a temporary role to transition into a permanent position within a growing company.

To express your interest in this Purchasing Support role, please apply online or submit your CV. Contact Maxine or Andrea at Reed Norwich for further details or to apply directly

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.