Purchasing Assistant

SF Recruitment have an exciting new opportunity for a full-time, permanent Purchasing Assistant for their Nottingham based client. The suitable candidate will have previous purchasing experience. Working closely with senior management, this role is a great opportunity for a candidate to be part of a dynamic team and a fast-growing business. The client is looking for someone with a keen eye for detail, highly driven and used to working in a fast-paced environment. Specific responsibilities will include: - Daily analysis of sales and stock figures - Creation of new purchase orders and scheduling with suppliers - Management of all unshipped PO's up to point of sailing - Gain full understanding of current product range and suppliers - Liaise with overseas teams in Asia and South America - Liaise with Senior Team to ensure adequate stock cover through peak seasonal trading and supplier closure periods. Essential: - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Confident use of MS Office Suite, especially Excel - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Ability to assess and prioritise workload independently - Strong organisational and time management skills - Able to clearly and effectively communicate with suppliers, customers & colleagues - Purchasing: 1 year (Required) If you think you have the relevant experience for this role or if you would like further details, please do not hesitate to get in touch today.