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Purchasing Assistant

Job Posted: 28 minutes ago

  • Salary: £ Competitive

    Job Type: Contract

  • Location: Knowsley, Merseyside

Expire in: a month

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to join our client's dynamic team in Liverpool (Knowsley). This is a fantastic opportunity to support their procurement operations and contribute to the mission of delivering world-class solutions. If you have a passion for purchasing and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you. Type: FTC/temporary (3-month) - potential to go permanent Salary: from £24k per annum, depending on experience Schedule: Monday - Friday, full-time Key Responsibilities Assist the Purchasing Manager with all aspects of procurement Liaise and negotiate with suppliers across the UK and Europe Raise and manage purchase orders, primarily in indirect categories Expedite deliveries and follow up to ensure timely arrival Maintain and update purchase orders and master spreadsheets Check order acknowledgements using the ERP system Perform general administrative duties, including electronic filing Requirements Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools Experience in purchasing within manufacturing, chemical, or food production sectors - desirable Key Competencies Quality of Work: High attention to detail and accuracy Dependability: Reliable and deadline-focused Teamwork: Positive attitude and collaborative mindset Initiative: Ability to suggest and implement improvements Safety Awareness: Understanding of health and safety policies What We Offer A supportive and inclusive work environment Opportunities for professional growth and development A chance to contribute to sustainable and innovative practices Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your sales and customer service journey with Adecco! For more job opportunities and general updates from Adecco, please follow us on our new Facebook page

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