Purchasing Assistant - Andover, United Kingdom - Pure Human Resources

Pure Human Resources

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Andover, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Purchasing Assistant

Andover

Full time, permanent

Salary: 20k-25k DOE + bonus
"Career with real potential in a fast growing, innovative environment"

Our client, Queensland Bakery Co., manufacture and supply delicious, sweet baked treats for Retail, Out of Home consumption, Food Service and Wholesale.

With over 100 years of baking experience, their delicious ranges of white label and branded baked treats have satisfied generations of hungry customers.

They are now looking for an organised and energetic
Purchasing Assistant to join their busy team in Andover, Hampshire. You will be responsible for the overall purchase ordering as well as building relationships with suppliers.

Purchasing Assistant, the role:
(including but not limited to)

Monitoring and ordering stock as required whilst ensuring timely delivery
Communicate any delays and mitigate immediately
Managing and maintaining supplier approvals, setup processes, service level agreements and performance
Identifying market trends and gaps, for new opportunities and cost reductions
Working with the sales and operations teams to build accurate forecasts
Assisting with stock management and stock control
Ensuring all purchase orders are accurately processed on the system

Purchasing Assistant, the person:

Previous experience in a purchasing role is essential
Proficient in MS Excel
Good knowledge of ERP systems
Highly organised and motivated with outstanding attention to detail
Confident in working in a fastpaced environment and adhering to strict deadlines
Strong analytical skills
Collaborates effectively and works well within a team

Purchasing Assistant, the benefits:

Competitive salary
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Long term permanent employment relationship
Opportunity to work within a proactive and supportive team
28 days of Annual Leave including Bank Holidays (plus an extra day for every worked year up to 5 days in total)
Free onsite parking

This is a permanent, full-time role (flexible, covering 8.5h per day Monday to Friday).