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Purchasing Assistant

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 27,000 - 28,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Purchasing Assistant

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Stafflex are proudly working with a growing local business to find an experienced Purchasing Assistant. This role reports to the Operations Manager and is placed within a growing operation. The Purchasing Assistant will support day-to-day procurement activity, with a strong focus on accuracy, and effective use of an MRP system.

The position is ideal for someone who's confident working in a process-driven environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can communicate well with internal teams and external suppliers. 

Key Responsibilities:

Raising, checking, and processing Purchase Orders (POs) accurately within the MRP systems, ensuring compliance with procedures.
Acting as a point contact for suppliers, maintaining preferred supplier information and resolving order-related queries.
Internal coordination; liaising with production, finance and warehouse teams to ensure the timely delivery of goods and smooth flow of information.
Monitoring stock levels, tracking open orders, and coordinating deliveries.
Maintaining accurate purchase records, registers and documentation.
Compiling purchasing and stock data to support operational decision-making.
Investigating discrepancies relating to orders, deliveries, or invoicing.
Identifying opportunities to streamline purchasing processes over time.Experience and Skills:

Experience with MRP Systems is essential
Background in purchasing / stock management
Strong technical proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office
Excellent attention to detail
Organised, able to prioritise workload, and comfortable in a process-driven environment
Confident communication skills
Strong problem-solving mindsetIf you're proactive and want to be part of a stable and supportive team, this could be a great step in your career. Please apply now

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