Procurement/Supply Chain Assistant Job Title - copy

Rieke; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in logistics located in Leicester is seeking a Procurement/Supply Chain Assistant to support purchasing and order management processes. Responsibilities include managing purchase orders, supplier compliance, and providing administrative support. Ideal candidates should possess good organizational skills and attention to detail, with a background in relevant fields preferred. This is a full-time position offering opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Good standard of basic education.
• Assertive, confident, able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Enthusiastic, career-minded, proactive/forward thinking.

Responsibilities

• Handle all Rieke China purchase orders and ensure accuracy.
• Issue, log, and maintain databases for Supplier Compliance.
• Provide proactive administrative support to Purchasing and Supply Chain Managers.

Skills

Computer literate (MS Applications)

Good competence in mathematics

Attention to detail

Leadership potential

Planning/organisational skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Company: TriMas Company LLC

Primary Location: 44 Scudamore Road, Leicester LE3 1UG GBR

Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time

Function: Material Control / Logistics

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

The Procurement / Supply Chain Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of purchasing, logistics, and order management processes across the business. Key duties include:

Order Management & Logistics

• Handle all Rieke China purchase orders and ensure accuracy within the new LN system and order tracking spreadsheet.
• Maintain up-to-date records of all China orders, ensuring the spreadsheet reflects the latest status for use across the business.
• Obtain, log, and monitor air freight quotes through to delivery completion.
• Process PZ Cussons call-off orders in a timely manner.
• Complete and issue Invoices and Packing Lists for customers including PZ Cussons and Henkel.
• Raise purchase orders (POs) for finished goods.

Supplier & Compliance Management

• Issue, log, and maintain databases for Supplier Compliance Questionnaires and Long-Term Supplier Declarations.
• Chase suppliers for promised shipment dates and update LN System accordingly.
• Run the Planner Workbench and raise orders as needed.
• Monitor the Inventory Control Home in the LN System to identify and mitigate potential component supply issues in advance.
• Assist in annual packaging waste data submissions.

Coordination & Support

• Provide proactive administrative and operational support to both the Purchasing Manager and Supply Chain Manager.
• Issue quality certificates and communicate with customers on behalf of the Quality department.
• Provide contingency cover for purchasing and supply chain functions during holidays and absences.
• Support general administrative tasks as required.

Communication & General Duties

• Respond to main switchboard calls as part of the Customer Service team rota.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required that align with the role and skill level.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications of the Supply Chain Assistant

• Good standard of basic education
• Computer literate (MS Applications), verbal and written communication skills, leadership potential, planning/organisational skills, structured
• Good competence in mathematics
• Attention to detail
• Use of ERP system
• Assertive, confident, ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, enthusiastic, can do attitude, career minded, proactive/forward thinking

Desired Qualifications Of The Supply Chain Assistant

• Degree in relevant field
• Packaging Industry experience or manufacturing experience
• French or Spanish speaker
• Previous experience of purchasing/supply chain