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Purchasing assistant

Ashford (Kent)
New Appointments
Purchasing assistant
£28,000 a year
Posted: 8 January
Offer description

Job Title: Part Time Purchasing Administrator
Location: Ashford
Salary: £28,000 pro-rata
Hours: Monday to Friday 09:30 - 14:30

Overview:
Our established, fast-paced manufacturing client is looking for a Purchasing Administrator to join their Supply Chain team. You will be supporting the purchasing and production functions by processing orders, managing supplier communications and general administration.

The Role:

Be the first point of contact for supplier.
Build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers.
Process purchase orders accurately and efficiently.
Process goods in documentation and ensure accuracy.
Check and collate order acknowledgements, highlighting any discrepancies or delays.
Liaise with the Scheduling and Production teams regarding delivery and lead times.
Follow up with suppliers on outstanding items and provide updates.
Maintain accurate purchasing records.
Assist with month-end reporting and inventory reconciliation.
About You:

Have previous Administration experience.
Have a valid UK driving licence and your own vehicle.
Be a confident communicator.
Can prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
Work accurately under pressure.
Have strong organisational skills and a team-oriented approach.

New Appointments Group, Expertly Matching Employers and Jobseekers since 1975.

Before submitting your CV, please take a moment to check the layout, spelling, and grammar. If your CV includes graphics or design features, we'd also appreciate a simplified version in Word format.

If this role isn't for you, please check out our website for other roles that may be suitable, or send us your CV, we would still like to hear from you! You can find us on our website or LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and (email address removed)

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles

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