Purchasing & Planning Assistant | Salisbury/Andover | £27,000 FTE (Pro Rata) Are you organised, detail-driven, and confident working with suppliers? Looking for a part-time role where your purchasing and planning skills will make a real impact? Join a well-established Manufacturing business in Salisbury, supporting supply chain operations and helping ensure materials arrive on time and in full. This part-time opportunity is ideal for someone with previous Purchasing or Planning experience who enjoys working independently and within a close-knit team. As a Purchasing & Planning Assistant, you will benefit from: Flexible part-time hours to suit your schedule Autonomy in your day-to-day tasks Supportive team environment Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement Exposure to both Purchasing and Planning functions As a Purchasing & Planning Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Raising and processing purchase orders aligned with production needs Liaising with suppliers to confirm pricing, lead times, and deliveries Monitoring order statuses and reporting overdue items Supporting planning tasks such as scheduling, work order management, and transport booking Communicating with internal teams to coordinate material flow As a Purchasing & Planning Assistant, your experience will include: Previous experience in Purchasing or Planning, ideally within a Manufacturing environment Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel Confident communication with internal and external stakeholders Ability to work independently and collaboratively Excellent organisational skills If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Claire Heckford at Rubicon for more information