Purchasing Assistant

Job Location	North Duffield
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	£20,000 per annum
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent, full-time

Job Description

Our client, based near Selby (own transport essential), is looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Assistant to join their team to assist in the smooth operation of the companys Purchasing function and worldwide product supply and stock control. This company is excellent to work for and you will be part of a friendly team of people. The company also offer free parking.This company offers great benefits. from starting, 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays, Pension Contributions and the potential of Company Performance bonus.Also, after the 3 month probation in addition to salary increase, they offer a Health Cash Plan.Working practices are reviewed on a regular basis in conjunction with the Management Team and Health & Safety Officers. This may involve working two weeks in the officeand two weeks at home on a rotation basis to facilitate the smooth running of the business depending on the needs of the department. Our client follow Covid-safe workingpractices and preserve the health and wellbeing of staff as far as possible.For this role, you will ideally, have experience using the SAGE 200 package, ISO 13485 knowledge, Warehouse Management Systemexperience and/or CIPS QualifiedDuties will include:• Demand forecast control of own portfolio of suppliers• Purchase order placement and follow up to ensure on time delivery• Strong relationship maintenance with global suppliers in portfolio• Delivery of supply optimization to meet forecast demand of portfolio• Freight forwarder communication to meet strict deadlines• Proficient use of Portfolio trackers and warehouse management system to follow orders from requirement through placement to delivery• Create reports to Purchasing Manager of stock excesses, stock shortages and short life stock within your portfolio• Maintain electronic library of files and archive accordingly• Cover for Stock Controller if required• General company purchasing - Supplies, stationery, PPE• Maintenance of stationery roomIf you would like to apply or find out more about this role, please forward your CV without delay.Due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 1 week, please assume you have not been short listed.Opus Recruitment Ltd is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and this is available upon request.Opus Recruitment Ltd acts in the capacity of an Employment Agency for permanent appointments and as an Employment Business for temporary assignments - Company Registration Number 11240919

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