Purchasing Assistant
- Barton-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support the procurement team and the contracts team in sourcing, ordering, managing inventory and supplier relationships.
- Work with suppliers to forecast and organise inventory in timely manner.
- Assist with sourcing and evaluating suppliers based on quality, price, delivery and service.
- Create and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely updates to internal systems.
- Communicate with supplier and the warehouse to confirm delivery details and resolve issues.
- Assist with preparing procurement reports, maintaining order books and monitoring inventory levels.
- Track shipments and ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Help prepare reports and cost analyses.
- Previous experience in a purchasing role is desired but not essential
- Strong attention to detail and organisation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Good communication
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects and meet deadlines