Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 40,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Halstead Essex
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
Procurement Assistant
Location: Gosfield
Salary: £30k - £40k (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am - 5pm
We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Assistant to join a busy and collaborative team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This role will support a small procurement function, helping to maintain strong supplier relationships while driving cost-effective purchasing solutions. It will suit a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a background in engineering or manufacturing.
The Role
Purchase consumables and tooling in line with business requirements
Maintain accurate supplier data including pricing and lead times
Expedite orders and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery
Provide general departmental administrative support
Communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers, providing regular updates
Investigate and help resolve non-conformances using engineering knowledge
Collaborate with Design and QA teams to support value engineering initiatives
Candidate Profile
To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
Strong negotiation skills with a confident telephone manner
Excellent organisational and communication skills (written and verbal)
A proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to think creatively
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Good numerical and literacy skills
High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving ability with initiative
Technical Requirements
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Experience with supply chain systems (training can be provided)
Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings (desirable)
Background in engineering or manufacturing procurement
What's on Offer
Opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team
Exposure to a varied and dynamic procurement function
Ongoing training and development opportunitiesAdecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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