Purchasing Assistant

What you will be doing�

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  Day to day transactional purchasing of goods, materials and services.�

  
  

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  Sourcing new suppliers and products from the global market.�

  
  

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  Develop and improve supplier relationships with suppliers from around the world to deliver quality, cost and delivery improvements.�

  
  

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  Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance.�

  
  

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  Supporting internal teams with managing on-site stock levels and supporting with stock counts.�

  
  

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  Maintaining on-time delivery from suppliers to support the goods-in and production teams.�

  
  

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  There will be an occasional requirement to perform duties out of office hours to support the team.�

  
  

About You�

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  Ability to add value, reduce costs and make continuous improvements.�

  
  

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  Strong written and verbal communication skills.�

  
  

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  Strong customer service skills.�

  
  

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  Excellent computer & Microsoft Excel skills.�

  
  

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  Purchasing experience would be an advantage.�

  
  

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  Ability to analyse data and present information.�

  
  

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  Able to take initiative and use common sense.�

  
  

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  You will care about making a difference to your colleagues.�

  
  

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  You can stay calm in a fast-paced environment.�

  
  

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  You are flexible and willing to provide support to your managers and colleagues.�