Purchasing Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team in a job share capacity as a Purchasing Assistant.

This role is pivotal in supporting the supply chain, ensuring seamless coordination from customer needs to product delivery.

Key Responsibilities for the Purchasing Assistant

• Generate Bills of Materials for production, raise works and purchase orders based on technical team input


• Coordinate order placements and communicate with suppliers efficiently using Sage


• Update and maintain the engineering change request system to ensure accuracy Compile and prepare End of Month Data Reports to support decision-making processes


• Assist with stock-taking activities and prioritize incoming site requests for timely resolution


• Raise works orders, raise purchase orders from processed works orders


• Place and track orders, including office supplies and employee requests


• Ensure the timely ordering and restocking of coffee supplies and related items


• End of Month Data Reporting

Experience, skills, and attributes for the Purchasing Assistant

• Previous experience in a fast-paced office environment preferred


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)


• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing tasks efficiently


• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English


• Capable of managing workload and prioritising tasks effectively under pressure

What's in for you?

As the Purchasing Assistant you will be starting on a salary of £15,132, hours of work Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (3 day per week) 8:30 - 5pm plus holiday cover, flexitime available.

Healthcare, sick pay, 33 days holiday (including bank hols) (pro rata) pension, long service awards and more.