Details:
- Location: CT3 Wingham Kent
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Summary
Working for a large manufacturing business, the Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for supporting the Procurement Manager with administrative tasks.
Sitting within the Finance and Admin team, this is a crucial role in ensuring efficient and timely procurement operations. This role demands autonomy, proactive decision-making, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
The role is fixed term for 12 months (maternity cover). Working hours are full time (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm with an hour for lunch.
Role and Responsibilities
* Process purchase orders
* Action and resolve invoice queries
* Upload quotes in and maintain system data and parameters
* Undertake any other administrative tasks required within the purchasing department
* Ensure adequate information interchange and interaction with other internal stakeholders
* Ensure all activities undertaken are in line with current policies and procedures
Candidate requirements
* GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, Grade C or above
* Previous experience in purchasing or procurement roles
* Experience in high-volume manufacturing or FMCG environments desirable
* Strong attention to detail and proactive work approach
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Proficiency in MS Excel for spreadsheet and report creation
* Ability to work autonomously or within a team, meeting high standards
* Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
* Any purchasing or procurement qualification e.g., CIPS level 3 or above is desired but not essential
Remuneration & Benefits
* A retention bonus
* Life assurance
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Medical cash plan
* Free parking
* Training and development courses & study programmes
* Cycle to work scheme.
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