GMP Recruitment are proud to partner a highly innovative and specialist engineering company based in Willenhall. We are recruiting on their behalf for a Procurement & Logistics Assistant to join their small, dynamic team on a part-time, permanent basis.
Our client is a leading and innovative organisation in a specialist defence related industry. Due to this you will need to pass security vetting upon employment.
This is a part-time position offering approximately 27 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements to suit the successful candidate. A pro rata salary of £15,000 – £19,000 per annum is on offer, dependent on relevant experience.
The ideal candidate will be someone looking to develop their skills in procurement, logistics, and operations within a manufacturing or technical environment. Prior experience in supply chain, admin, or logistics is desirable, but not essential.
Procurement & Logistics Assistant main duties:
* Support the Procurement Manager with raising and processing purchase orders.
* Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm lead times, and track deliveries.
* Maintain accurate stock levels and inventory records using internal systems.
* Assist in organising and coordinating shipments, including packing and preparing export documentation.
* Monitor delivery schedules and proactively follow up on outstanding orders.
* Help manage goods-in and goods-out processes, including inspections and record keeping.
* Support with supplier performance tracking and maintaining approved supplier lists.
* Contribute to cycle counting and stock audits to ensure accuracy.
* Update procurement and logistics data in spreadsheets and databases.
* Provide general administrative support across the procurement, logistics, and wider operations functions.
* Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement and stock control processes.
* Collaborate with other departments (engineering, production, finance) to ensure alignment on procurement and dispatch priorities.
Procurement & Logistics Assistant desired skills and experience:
* Basic knowledge of supply chain or inventory management.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
* Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
* Positive, flexible attitude with a willingness to learn.
* Prior experience in an administrative or logistics-based role is advantageous, but not essential.
An immediate start can be available for the successful candidate.
If the above role sounds perfect for you, please click apply.
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GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency