Purchasing Assistant

Miller's Vanguard; Bury; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Purchasing Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring efficient processing of purchase orders and maintaining supplier relationships. This position offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on training and development. You'll be part of a team that values attention to detail and efficiency, helping to source parts quickly and cost-effectively for a company that has been a leader in supporting UK supermarket chains for over 40 years. Enjoy a supportive workplace with opportunities for career growth and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Company pension

32 days holiday allowance

Job-specific uniform and tools

Company-wide fun days

Charity events

Training at accredited academy

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing experience preferred, including parts sourcing.
• Strong administrative experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Handle purchase order requests promptly and accurately.
• Maintain good supplier relationships while expediting orders.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Administrative skills

Excel proficiency

Telephone communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage order processing

Siclops

Solar Vista Live

Job description

Job Details

• Salary: £26,984

Job Description

We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our fast-paced team. You will be responsible for the accurate processing and submission of purchase orders, updating delivery dates, and obtaining prices from suppliers.

Your Role

• Handle purchase order requests promptly.
• Keep purchase prices updated.
• Gather and input correct prices into internal systems.
• Source parts quickly and cost-effectively.
• Expedite orders while maintaining good supplier relationships.
• Identify potential cost savings for the business.
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers and internal stakeholders via telephone and email.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Previous purchasing experience preferred, including parts sourcing, processing purchase orders, and dealing with suppliers; strong administrative experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of Sage order processing is a plus, but training will be provided.
• Experience with online ordering portals.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of Siclops and/or Solar Vista Live systems is desirable but not essential; training will be given.
• Good telephone manner and ability to handle queries efficiently.
• High attention to detail.

Company Information

Who are we?

Miller’s Vanguard has been supporting UK supermarket chains for over 40 years, ensuring supermarkets keep the nation fed. We maintain a wide range of assets from food production equipment to loading bay lifts.

Our services include:

• Nationwide reactive maintenance
• Hygienic deep cleaning and planned maintenance services
• Refurbishment, logistics, and equipment installation

Owned by the global Ali Group, with a turnover exceeding £4 billion annually.

Our People

Despite our size, we value our employees highly. Our team of over 500 works in state-of-the-art environments including:

• New (2021) Technical Response Centre
• Award-winning research, innovation, and recycling facility
• Industry-leading Mercedes Benz fleet

Career Development

We prioritize training through our City and Guilds accredited training centre, supporting staff development regardless of position or tenure, to keep pace with evolving technology.

Why Join Us?

• Training at our accredited academy
• Job-specific uniform and tools
• Company-wide fun days and charity events
• Company pension
• 32 days holiday allowance
• Regular staff treats for employees and families
• Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5 pm