Procurement Assistant: Flexible Hours & Growth

Office Angels; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Yearly salary reviews

Regular performance reviews

Holiday benefits

Job summary

Office Angels in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support procurement operations, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure a steady flow of goods and services. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to detail within a busy environment.

The ideal candidate will have proven procurement experience, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and be proficient with purchasing software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficient in using purchasing software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and best practices.
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management: Create, review, and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Supplier Communication: Liaise with suppliers to confirm order details, negotiate terms, and address discrepancies.
• Inventory Control: Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet organisational needs.
• Vendor Relationship: Cultivate positive relationships with vendors to ensure timely deliveries and resolve issues.
• Documentation: Maintain organised records of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Price Negotiation: Assist in negotiating prices and terms with suppliers to secure advantageous agreements.
• Cost Tracking: Monitor purchasing costs, ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Collaboration: Work with logistics and finance for a seamless procurement process.
• Problem Resolution: Address issues related to orders, deliveries, or quality concerns.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.

Skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Negotiation

Purchasing software

MS Office

Procurement knowledge

Detail oriented

Tools

Purchasing software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Angels in Leicester is seeking an Assistant Buyer to support procurement operations, manage purchase orders, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure a steady flow of goods and services. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to detail within a busy environment.

The ideal candidate will have proven procurement experience, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, and be proficient with purchasing software and MS Office.