Logistics / Purchasing Assistant - Part-Time

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Shaw; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a part-time Logistics & Purchasing Assistant for a manufacturer in the lighting industry in Newbury. Responsibilities include shipping administration, liaising with suppliers, and maintaining product information. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of relevant experience and strong organizational skills. The position offers a salary of up to £26,000 pro-rata, and benefits include bonuses, healthcare coverage, and gym contributions.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus

Private healthcare cover

Pension contributions

Gym membership contribution

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in logistics or a similar role.
• Sound understanding of international shipping terms and customs.
• Ability to communicate across all levels of the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administrate shipping and airfreight deliveries.
• Liaise with suppliers and resolve issues.
• Provide updates on stock arrivals to internal teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Logistics / Purchasing Assistant required for a well-established manufacturer in the lighting industry, based in the Newbury area. Due to ongoing success they are seeking a Logistics & Purchasing Assistant to join their growing team on a part-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Management and administration of shipping and airfreight deliveries of stock - preparing and checking shipping documents and ensuring costs are controlled
• Liaise with external bodies and organisation, such as shipping authorities/customs/hauliers
• Liaise with multiple suppliers in China and resolve any issues
• Provide clear and regular communications on the arrival and movement of stock to internal teams
• Scheduling and monitoring containers for arrival in Warehouse
• Manage and maintain product and supplier information on system
• Process purchase orders and managing the return of faulty goods
• Assist the Assembly team and ordering parts and managing stock

Qualifications

• At least 2 years\' experience of working in a similar role or logistics environment
• A sound understanding of international shipping terms and customs clearance documentation/processes
• The ability to communicate with people across all levels of the business.
• Highly organised, flexible, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Enjoys working in a small team
• Confident I.T skills, particularly in Excel
• Enjoys helping others, answering queries and resolving issues

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum (pro-rated to £13,000 per annum based on part-time hours)
• Working hours 08:00 - 12:00, Monday to Friday. 20 hours per week.
• Quarterly bonus
• Starting holiday entitlement of 23 days plus Bank holidays increasing up to 27 days
• Private healthcare cover which includes dental and optical cashback
• Pension
• Contribution to gym membership. Access to Employee Assistance Program. Free parking