Purchasing Assistant/Administrator

Recruit4Staff are proud to be representing their client, a leading engineering company in their search for a Purchasing Assistant/Administrator to work in their leading facility in Bridgnorth.

For the successful Purchasing Assistant/Administrator our client is offering:

i. Temporary ongoing position which could lead to a permanent position for the suitable candidate
ii. Competitive salary with genuine career progression opportunities
iii. Early finish each Friday
iv. Free parking

The Role - Purchasing Assistant/Administrator:

i. Supporting the Automation/Electrical team in sourcing/purchasing electrical components for projects
ii. Supporting other areas of production by assisting the buying team and purchasing items for the workshop
iii. Develop and produce a list of materials for repeat orders
iv. Ensuring the Electrical/Automation department meets customers expectations for delivery of materials and service
v. Liaising with suppliers to meet project delivery due dates
vi. Create and action a list of outstanding purchase orders
vii. Carry out regular stock checks
viii. General administration
ix. Reporting to management on cost savings/improvement ideas

What our client is looking for in a Purchasing Assistant/Administrator:

i. Experience of SAGE is preferred but not essential as training will be provided
ii. Electrical knowledge would be advantageous
iii. Experience of working within a manufacturing environment
iv. Intermediate IT Skills
v. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers
vi. Ability to meet deadlines
vii. Negotiation and planning skills

Key Skills or Similar Job Titles: Purchasing Assistant, Purchasing Administrator, Buyer, Junior Buyer

Commutable from: Telford, Bridgnorth, Shifnal, Newport, Wolverhampton, Dudley, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Broseley, Shrewsbury

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