Purchasing Assistant - Warrington

Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Assistant (Stock Controller & Expeditor)Location: Hybrid, WarringtonSalary: Up to £21,000Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 5pmAbout the Role:You will be responsible for effectively and proactively managing the replenishment of stock items for our clients stores.Key Responsibilities:Stock Control:

• To effectively and proactively manage the replenishment of stock items for Client stores
• To place purchase orders where required using the SAP System
• To assist with the expediting of outstanding purchase orders when required and to communicate directly with the Stores on confirmed lead times
• Liaise with Stores personnel to respond to request and/or resolve any queries
• Manage the creation and supply of new stock lines for the client
• Amend current stock lines on the system(s) on a daily basis
• Effectively manage personal workload on a daily basis, prioritising requests and agreed actions in line with strict deadlines
• Carry out such other duties which are consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the role

Expediting:

• To expedite orders in a timely manner to ensure the delivery of goods in line with stores operational requirement
• Liaise directly with customers in receipt of direct orders to confirm the delivery of goods and to update records on SAP accordingly
• Work closely with Stores personnel to progress any goods with a protracted delivery date, supplying relevant documentation to enable the receipt of goods into the SAP system
• Accurately record all communications with Stores personnel and Vendors into the SAP system
• Amend current stock lines on the system to reflect description, Supplier and inventory level changes where appropriate
• identify and escalate poor service levels from Vendors to the Inventory Control Manager
• To effectively manage personal workload on a daily basis, prioritising requests and agreed actions in line with strict deadlines
• To carry out such other duties which are consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the role

Skills & Knowledge Required:

• A positive attitude with the ability to deliver excellent Client experience and satisfaction
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient planning and organisational skills with a methodical and logical approach
• Strong ICT skills with proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Proven experience of high volume transaction process, preferably withing a shared service environment
• Experience of ensuring quality standards are maintained alongside a strong performance management culture
• Experience of process and system improvement initiatives
• Sound knowledge of SAP is advantageous
• A positive attitude with the ability to deliver excellent Client experience and satisfaction
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient planning and organisational skills with a methodical and logical approach
• Strong ICT skills with proficient use of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
• Proven experience of high volume transaction process, preferably withing a shared service environment
• Experience of ensuring quality standards are maintained alongside a strong performance management culture
• Experience of process and system improvement initiatives
• Sound knowledge of SAP is advantageous

Whats on offer:

• Single person private medical insurance
• Holidays: 23 days per year (March to April) plus bank holidays
• Pension at 5% EE, 3% ER
• Retail discount schemes
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Career and training development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy additional holiday - up to 5
• Company share saving scheme - subject to qualifying period

Keyskills :
Purchase OrdersSAPExcelSuppliersInventory ControllerStock ControllerPurchasing AssistantStock Expeditor