Purchasing Assistant

Description:

HUDIND 

** Venatu Recruitmnt are recruting for Purchasing Assistant for well known furniture company based in Huddersfield HD5 area **

The role - Purchasing Assistant:

Who are we looking for? 

We are looking for a tenacious and confident self-starter with a genuine passion for Procurement.  A pro-active approach and a can-do attitude are essential to the success of this role.

Previous administration experience from a procurement/purchasing/buying/inventory/stock control department 

Knowledge of MRP systems from an administration role 
Manufacturing Industry Experience 

Previous experience in the procurement of white goods / appliances 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the Procurement Department in all procurement related activities.
Serve as the primary contact within the procurement team for all Supplier requests.
Support the team in their day-to-day activities.
Purchase Order Processing: Create and process purchase orders based on MRP demand and purchase requests from various departments. Ensure accuracy in the order details, quantities, delivery timelines and pricing.
Supplier Management: Assist in the maintenance and management of approved suppliers, including contact information, pricing agreements, and performance evaluations. Collaborate with suppliers to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards. Maintain accurate records and documentation related to purchasing activities.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, particularly the whole Procurement Team and including finance, operations, design, commercial and inventory management teams, to understand their procurement needs and provide timely and effective procurement support.
Qualifications and Requirements:

·       Previous administration experience from a procurement/purchasing/buying/inventory/stock control department 
·       Knowledge of MRP systems from an administration role
·       Manufacturing Industry Experience 
Previous experience in the procurement of white goods / appliances 
Knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Proficiency in using procurement software and MS Office applications, especially Excel.
Good communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to analyse data and make data-driven decisions.
Familiarity with relevant UK procurement regulations and best practices.
A proactive and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
Our Core Values:

• Safety First: Always
• Understanding: Communicate clearly and be willing to listen
• Pride: Take pride in what you do and how you do things
• Personal Accountability: Deliver what you promise
• Openness and honesty: Strive for relationships that are based on honesty, openness and feedback
• Respect: Show respect for each other, property and the environment
• Teamwork: Promote teamwork and cooperation at all levels

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant
Reporting to: Procurement Manager
Hours per Week: 36.25

Salary:£11.44 to £12.31

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45 – 17:00 1 hour unpaid lunch 

Temp to Perm after full 12 working weeks