Operations Assistant / Purchasing Executive

JR United Kingdom; Royston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Assistant / Purchasing Executive to support their dynamic Operations team. This role is crucial for maintaining purchasing records, managing inboxes, and ensuring efficient production planning. With a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression, this position is perfect for someone passionate about purchasing and planning. Join a rapidly growing company and take the next step in your career while enjoying flexible hours and professional development support.

Benefits

31 holidays (including bank holidays)

Free lunches

Birthday voucher

Flexible start and finish times

Career progression opportunities

Support for CIPS studies

Qualifications

• Experience in Planning, Purchasing, or Supply Chain in manufacturing.
• Strong familiarity with Excel for data management and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier performance.
• Manage purchasing and production inbox and related admin tasks.

Skills

Planning

Purchasing

Supply Chain

Excel (V Lookups, Pivot Tables)

Organisational Skills

Mathematical Skills

Logical Thinking

Job description

Operations Assistant / Purchasing Executive, Royston

Client: Hays

Location: Royston, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Your new company: A rapidly growing company specialising in manufacturing innovative systems is seeking a driven Operations Assistant / Purchasing Executive. They have seen a significant increase in sales year-on-year and are looking to continue this trend.

Your new role: Looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchaser to join a dynamic Operations team. This is a crucial role supporting the purchasing and production planning departments, requiring high levels of organisation, efficiency, and previous purchasing experience. The role will be known internally as 'Operations Assistant'. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.
• Managing the purchasing and production inbox and associated admin.
• Entering received goods at an accurate cost price and completing delivery note admin.
• Performing 3-way matching, stock reconciliations, and reporting.
• Handling projects costing records and admin.
• Preparing factory paperwork, such as labels and fitting instructions.
• Gathering pallet dimensions and arranging transport for logistics prep.
• Covering for purchasing and planning during absences/holidays.

What you need to succeed:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A background in Planning, Purchasing, or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong familiarity with Excel, including V Lookups and pivot tables.
• Excellent organisational and mathematical skills.
• A career-driven mindset with a strong desire to develop and progress quickly.
• The ability to handle administrative tasks initially and a willingness to grow into a more strategic role.
• Enjoyment of maths and numbers.
• Logical thinking and the ability to process bespoke requirements.
• Professionalism and the ability to grasp technical concepts.

What you'll get in return:

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will receive:

• A competitive salary up to c£34,400.
• 31 holidays (including bank holidays).
• Free lunches and a birthday voucher.
• A 40-hour week with flexible start and finish times.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Potential support for CIPS studies for the right candidate.
• A chance to be at the forefront of departmental growth and improvement.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for purchasing and planning, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team and take the next step in your career!

What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to send an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right but you're looking for a new position, contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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