Purchasing Assistant - Basildon, United Kingdom - Thurgoods Limited
2 weeks ago
Description
Overview
Due to continued growth within the business, we have an exciting opportunity for Purchasing Assistant to work alongside our Purchasing Manager.
About Total Office
Total Office are a business supplies company based in Basildon with a London and national coverage.
Our ethos is "Totally Possible", we provide first class service to our clients working to find solutions to their supply needs, developing well established supplier relationships and providing exceptional value is our focus.
The role
Full time - Office based
This will be a varied role covering all purchasing enquiries. Must be capable of working to deadlines and dealing with suppliers to find sustainable solutions for our client base. Purchasing background is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.
Main Responsibilities
- Contacting suppliers
- Purchasing stock
- Monitor supplier cost pricing to ensure they are in line with the market
- Spend time learning the products
- Chasing deliveries with suppliers
- Dealing with daily enquiries from the sales team
- Manage minimum stock levels to meet the requirements of the customer base
- Liaise with the warehouse on a daily basis about incoming/outgoing stock
Key Skills/Qualifications
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Solid analytical skills
- Strong organisational and problem solving skills
- Skilled in Microsoft office word, excel is essential
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£23,000.00-£26,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Onsite parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Basildon: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location:
In person
Application deadline: 22/05/2023
Reference ID:
PURCH01
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