Purchasing and Operations Assistant

Hewett Recruitment; Stourport-on-Severn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing and Operations Assistant for their client in Stourport-on-Severn. The ideal candidate will support the purchasing function, manage works orders, and coordinate delivery schedules. Key skills include strong Excel knowledge and excellent communication abilities. You will be part of a dynamic team, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy a variety of tasks. The salary ranges from £22,000 to £24,000 per annum for 32 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident in working independently while contributing to team efforts.

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders and liaise with relationship managers for delivery times.
• Generate purchase orders for raw materials based on project bills.
• Maintain and monitor stock levels.
• Help maintain the delivery and installation schedule.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Ability to work effectively within a team

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Sage 50 accounts

Job description

Purchasing and Operations Assistant

Location: Stourport
Salary: £13.22 - £14.42 per hour (£22,000 - £24,000 per annum)
Hours: 32 hours per week (flexible working considered, but must include Fridays)

We're looking for an organised and proactive Purchasing and Operations Assistant to join our Clients busy team in Stourport. This is a varied role that will see you supporting purchasing function, managing works orders, and helping to coordinate their delivery schedule.

Key Responsibilities Purchasing and Operations Assistant

Purchase Orders

• Raise purchase orders and liaise with relationship managers to confirm delivery timescales for bought-in items
• Generate purchase orders for raw materials based on bill of materials for each project, while monitoring existing stock levels
• Maintain minimum stock levels and raise orders when stock falls below the required threshold

Works Orders

• Raise new works documents based on quotes for new projects

Delivery Schedule

• Help maintain the delivery and installation schedule
• Prepare delivery notes for projects
• Create job lists for drivers ahead of deliveries
• Book accommodation for fitters on overnight jobs

Essential Requirements Purchasing and Operations Assistant

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Ability to work effectively within a team while also working confidently on your own initiative
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable Experience Purchasing and Operations Assistant

• Experience with Sage 50 accounts
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
• Background in purchasing, order placement, and supplier liaison

If you're detail-oriented, enjoy variety in your role, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV.