We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, and motivated individual with excellent customer service skills to join our Purchasing team at the Exeter site. The Purchasing Assistant position has overall responsibility for ensuring the smooth running of the purchasing department and consistent supply of stock. Main Responsibilities Dealing with suppliers via telephone and email. Accurate data entry Resolve invoice queries Raising purchase orders Building supplier relationships Ad hoc duties when required Skills and Experience Administrative experience High attention to detail Strong communication skills both verbal and written Strong numerical and analytical skills Methodical and organised, with the ability to work to deadlines Self-motivated and able to use initiative Flexible attitude and the ability to work successfully in a close team environment Good IT and Excel skills The role Monday to Friday 40 hours per week 8.00am - 5.00pm About us The Dalziel group (MK Ingredients) serves the meat processing and retail butchery industry from strategically located distribution sites throughout the United Kingdom. Our product range encompasses meat seasoning blends and ingredients for food processors, a full range of butchers supplies, crumb and battering systems, plastic casings for cooked meat applications and industrial food machinery. At Dalziel our approach to diversity is simple: it is about embracing everyone. We work hard to ensure we have a culture where people can be confident in themselves and feel part of our team. We are doing what we can to build a more equitable workplace. Dalziel is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.