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Purchasing Assistant

Reed
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 13 days
Location

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire PE7 3HH, England

Salary

£28,400 per annum

Contract type

Full 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 position available is for a Purchasing Assistant on a full-time, fixed-term contract for 6 months in Peterborough.
  • The role offers a salary of £28,400.00 per annum and is expected to start on October 21st, with interviews scheduled for October 16th and 17th.
  • Key responsibilities include negotiating with suppliers, assisting in stock planning, and managing administrative tasks efficiently.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in Purchasing/Buying, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
  • The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have excellent communication skills, and be capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Position: Purchasing Assistant

Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term (6 months)

Location: Peterborough

Salary: £28,400.00 per annum (gross)

Expected start date: Monday 21st of October, interviews 16th/17th of October

About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Purchasing Assistant to join our team in Peterborough on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of our purchasing activities and maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Negotiate and liaise effectively with suppliers.
  • Assist in stock and inventory planning.
  • Manage administrative and data tasks efficiently.
  • Foster long-term business relationships through excellent communication.

Successful Candidate Will Have:

  • Previous experience in Purchasing/Buying (desirable).
  • Demonstrable negotiation skills.
  • A confident and personable character.
  • Experience in stock/inventory planning (desirable).
  • Quick learning ability and proactivity in obtaining information and training.
  • Capability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • High numeracy skills.
  • Self-motivation and resilience.
  • A friendly and professional approach.
  • Strong team player qualities.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for purchasing and a knack for building strong supplier relationships, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply: Please apply or send your CV to .

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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.