Part-Time Purchasing Assistant - Logistics & Stock Control

Barrett Steel Limited; Bradford; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Company discount

Cycle to work

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Barrett Steel Limited, the UK’s largest steel distributor and processor, is hiring a Purchasing Assistant at our Bradford site. The role provides full administrative and purchasing support, helping to meet service targets.

Hours are 25 per week, ideally 9 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday, contributing to stock management, supplier liaison and goods receipt. You will work closely with the Purchasing Manager to maintain accurate orders, support logistics, and uphold our high standards of customer

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing department preferred.
• Proactive attitude and one team mindset.
• Highly organised and methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Identify and order group central stocks.
• Support logistics for bringing material in; plan incoming loads and communicate with suppliers, depots, operations and commercial teams.
• Monitor, progress and check orders with suppliers.
• Enter purchase orders and verify accuracy.
• Ensure accurate and efficient receipt of incoming materials per Goods Inward Schedule.
• Complete customs declarations/customs clearance.
• Assist with implementing new CBAM rules.
• Source material for group enquiries.
• Manage stock replacements on short lead time availability.
• Look after goods in booking references.
• Liaise with central stock warehousing to discuss shortfalls.
• Resolve issues and perform ad hoc duties including scanning/filing of documentation.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organised

One team mindset

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

Barrett Steel Limited, the UK’s largest steel distributor and processor, is hiring a Purchasing Assistant at our Bradford site. The role provides full administrative and purchasing support, helping to meet service targets.

Hours are 25 per week, ideally 9 am to 2:30 pm, Monday to Friday, contributing to stock management, supplier liaison and goods receipt. You will work closely with the Purchasing Manager to maintain accurate orders, support logistics, and uphold our high standards of customer