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Purchasing Assistant
Job Posted: 4 days ago
Salary: £ 30,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Thirsk
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
The Role
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant for an established company based near Thirsk,you will be responsible for managing all aspects of purchasing.
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing and ordering of packaging, raw materials, and management of consumable stocks
Managing supplier invoice queries
Processing order acknowledgements, delivery notes, and purchase orders
Preparing and managing export documentation
Arranging the handling and delivery of raw materials
Producing reports as required
Assisting with stock control, including stock takes and reconciliation
Negotiating pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers
Maintaining and updating the approved supplier list
Booking in and out raw materials, packaging, and finished goodsCandidate Requirements
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within purchasing or supply chain
Strong IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
Excellent organisational and time management abilities, with the capability to prioritise effectively and perform under pressure
A proactive approach with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Demonstrated ability to initiate and drive change and improvements to deliver results
Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-focused approach to supporting internal stakeholders
Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicleWhat We Offer
Based in Thirsk
40-hour working week
28 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays), increasing with service up to a maximum of 33 days
Salary sacrifice pension scheme
Life assurance at three times annual salary
Training and development opportunities
Corporate health cash plan and employee assistance programme
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