Pure are supporting a well established and growing leader in the communications sector who work within various different industries. they're looking for a Purchasing Assistant to join their team!
Location:
Chelmsford outksirts (must live within easy commuting distance)
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (1-hour unpaid lunch break) - 35 hour week
Salary:
£23,000.00 - £26,000.00 per year
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave (birthday & christmas)
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Job Responsibilities:
- Administrative Support: Provide strong administration and organizational support to the Purchasing Manager.
- Stock Monitoring: Monitor stock levels and report findings to the Purchase Manager.
- Office Consumables: Maintain and order office consumables such as stationery, loo rolls, and paper.
- Systems Updating: Update internal systems with relevant purchasing information.
- Data Logging: Log historical data accurately.
- Ticketing Process Management: Manage and order tickets for events and processes.
- Supplier Support: Support the ordering process with suppliers and resolve purchase orders and invoice queries.
- Order Query Resolution: Investigate and resolve ordering queries to conclusion.
- Relationship Building: Develop strong relationships with internal departments and suppliers.
- Supplier Due Diligence: Conduct new supplier due diligence checks and applications.
- Stock Comparisons: Compare supplier stock levels and quality.
- IT Proficiency: Utilize Excel and Microsoft Office efficiently.
- Forward-Thinking: Exhibit a forward-thinking attitude with a can-do approach.
- Team Leadership: Provide leadership to the Business Development Executives (BDEs) and manage the team in the absence of the Group Sales Manager.
- Customer Communication: Act as a trusted relationship builder between the company and customers, facilitating effective communication.
- Trend Analysis: Provide advice to the company about industry trends and target market insights.
- Product Advocacy: Help customers understand the benefits of new products and services.
- Sales Support: Sell company-specific services by demonstrating their business improvement benefits.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years working in purchasing position or similar
- Administration Skills: Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
- IT Skills: Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Accuracy: High attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent relationship-building skills with internal departments and suppliers.
- Commuting: Must have your own car due to lack of public transport to the office.
If this position is of great interest and you have the relevant skills and experience please apply today!