Purchasing Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical aesthetics is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support the Supply Chain team. The role involves updating ERP systems, ensuring materials availability, and maintaining supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have B2B purchasing experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B Purchasing or Supply Chain role.
• Fluent or native English required.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Updating demand plans with stock and forecasts.
• Conducting weekly calls with suppliers.
• Raising and updating stock purchase orders.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Assistant at our Chester office.

The Purchasing Assistant will work within the Supply Chain team to assist the Demand Manager in updating the ERP system with the latest demand and using the MRP process to coordinate production and purchasing needs. The role involves monitoring supplier accounts to ensure lead times and other key attributes are correct, ensuring materials are available on time.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a B2B Purchasing or Supply Chain role, effective communication skills, and demonstrated administrative abilities.

Location: Chester, UK

About Sinclair

Founded in 1971, Sinclair is a global medical aesthetics organization that offers an extensive product range. With in-house manufacturing and a network of distributors in leading markets, our products are sold in 55 countries worldwide.

This is a great time to join Sinclair as we expand our product range and enter new markets and territories.

Our Vision

Providing aesthetic excellence globally.

Our Mission

Driving the advancement of product quality and customer satisfaction through innovation and investment in people.

Our Values

• Act with Integrity
• Stay ahead of the game
• One team, one goal

Key Responsibilities

• Updating demand plans with opening stock, latest forecasts, and suggested purchases
• Reviewing co-op forecasts for accuracy against actuals
• Raising and updating stock purchase orders in the ERP system
• Conducting weekly calls with internal and external suppliers to review expected ship dates and quantities
• Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• Highlighting delays or shortfalls to the Demand Manager and assisting with stock allocations during shortages
• Providing updates to Customer Service and Inventory teams regarding potential short-dated stock
• Collaborating with the MIS team to create new products in ERP and forecasting systems
• Performing administrative tasks, including managing non-stock purchase orders

Your Skills & Experience

• Fluent or native English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Experience in a B2B Purchasing or Supply Chain role
• Computer literacy
• Experience in Purchasing or Supply roles within FMCG
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• CIPS qualification is a plus

Personal Attributes

• Time Management & Priority Setting
• Problem Solving
• Proactive and Action-Oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

We focus on developing our people within an entrepreneurial culture that encourages flexibility, accountability, and autonomy. Our environment offers opportunities for growth, engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.

This is an exciting chance to join a successful company with ambitious plans for the future.

If you meet the requirements and are interested, please apply. We may close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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