CG Electrical South Ltd is an electrical contractor working on predominantly commercial and retail projects in the South East and throughout the UK.
We are hiring for the new role of Purchasing & Stores Assistant to help the in maintaining a functioning stores and assisting with purchasing-related tasks.
This is a role that will require you to spend a reasonable amount of the day on your feet and handling heavy items in a safe way so please consider if this is something you are comfortable doing before applying.
The responsibilities include:
* Understanding the material requirements of a job
* Getting quotes from suppliers
* Placing purchase orders
* Handling deliveries and following up on any issues
* Picking/preparing materials for field staff to collect to take to site
* Handling returns for credit notes
* Monitoring and replenishing stock held on site
* Ensuring stores room remains tidy and adheres to health and safety guidelines
* Assisting in reviewing supplier performances
* Other miscellaneous tasks to help the department run smoothly
It is important that the right candidate understands the importance of:
* Communicating with the field teams, project managers and the purchasing colleagues to ensure tasks are completed
* Building professional relationships with suppliers
* Following health and safety guidelines at all times and playing a part in keeping the work environment safe for others, undertaking health and safety training where required
Ideal skillset:
* Computer literate
* Strong communication both verbal and written
* Willing to learn and progress
* Physically fit as some deliveries will be bulky
* Proactive approach to problem solving
* Able to work to deadlines
Electrical/trade background useful but not essential.
Previous experience in a similar role useful but will consider training a candidate willing to learn.
This role is expected to be full time, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm with an hour for lunch.
Salary range is approximate for an entry level role. Pay to be discussed at interview stage and may change dependent on experience.
Job advert may be removed early if there is high interest.
CG Electrical South Ltd is committed to equal employment opportunities and complies with equal employment opportunity laws. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome and will be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £20,800.00-£25,398.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
Licence/Certification:
* Right to Work in the UK (required)
* Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person