Purchasing Assistant - Walsall, United Kingdom - Mellish Engineering Services Ltd

Mellish Engineering Services Ltd

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Walsall, United Kingdom

3 days ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

About us
Mellish Engineering Services Ltd is a small business in Walsall.

We are professional, agile, professional, and our goal is to To be the best special fastener business in teh UK.

Our work environment includes:

Modern office setting
Team approach to everying we do.
Hyper accurate in every task we do.
Fun new team to build

'''Duties'''

Assist the purchasing team in managing and maintaining inventory levels
Process purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotes, negotiate pricing, and place orders
Monitor and track shipments to ensure ontime delivery
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory levels
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams such as logistics and supply chain to optimize procurement processes
Assist in evaluating supplier performance and identifying opportunities for improvement

'''Requirements'''

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience) prefered but not necessary
Proven experience as a purchasing assistant or in a similar role
Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Detailoriented with strong analytical and problemsolving skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type:
Part-time

Salary:
From £17,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits: