Procurement Assistant (graduate)
Tipton
Circa £, plus excellent benefits and good prospects
This role is UK based and does NOT have sponsorship opportunity
Role responsibilities
Forecasting & Operational Planning
* Analyse sales trends and coordinate stock forecasting.
* Identify future shortfalls or excess stock and adjust purchasing accordingly.
* Plan purchasing around lead times, cashflow, and product launch cycles.
Cashflow & Margin Awareness
* Understand the components of COGS (raw materials, packaging, freight, duties).
* Ensure purchasing aligns with budget and cashflow availability.
* Track landed costs and highlight margin risks.
Procurement & Supplier Management
* Raise and manage purchase orders.
* Track supplier lead times and confirm product specifications.
* Source and vet new suppliers (materials, packaging, manufacturers).
* Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and payment terms.
To be considered for this role you MUST
* Be highly analytical
* Possess strong verbal & written communication skills
* Have excellent IT skills
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