Buying Assistant Up to £40,000 per annum Diamond Search Recruitment are seeking a Buying Assistant to join a well-established food manufacturing business based in Middlesex. The ideal candidate will support the continued growth of the business. They will ensure the effective management and flow of packaging and raw materials through the business to meet and exceed customer demand. Responsibilities: * Scheduling and managing of Raw Materials (chilled, Frozen and ambient category), Packaging materials and ancillary items (chemicals, PPE, stationary etc.) to ensure order fulfillment. * Maintain the settings of codes/delisted suppliers as well as supplier questionnaires. * Participate in end of week/month stock audits * Manage the supplier process to ensure deliveries are made effectively and efficiently * Review and process approved requisitions orders to ensure accuracy and correct line-item specifications, prepare purchase orders and send copies to vendors and to originating departments. * Maintain the purchasing database and management of the procurement system. * Prepare, maintain, and review purchasing files, reports and price lists. Qualifications: * Degree in business, economics, marketing or related field preferred. * Previous experience in the merchandising or retail industry is a plus. * Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. * Strong analytical and organizational skills. * Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office. * MS Dynamics If this sounds like your ideal role and you would like the opportunity to showcase your skills with an employer who will value and reward you, then we want to hear from you today! Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency regarding this vacancy