Purchasing Assistant

Reed; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant in Colchester. You will support procurement teams on strategic contracts and play a key role in supplier management and governance. The successful candidate should have experience in a manufacturing company and strong communication skills. This opportunity offers a full-time employment with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing company.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use ERP systems confidently.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-spec procurement standards.

Responsibilities

• Support supplier selection and development to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Engage with suppliers to assess technical requirements.
• Monitor procurement costs and budgets.

Skills

Strong communication

Persistence

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

PurchasingAssistant – Manufacturing

Location:ColchesterEmployment Type:Full-time | Ongoing tempSector:Manufacturing / Engineering

Are you a detail-oriented Purchasingprofessional with experience in manufacturing or engineering? We’re working with a leading organisationthat is looking to supportits procurement team with a motivated and enthusiastic PurchasingAssistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team, supporting strategic UK contracts and playing a key role in supplier management and procurement governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support supplier selection and development to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets.
• Engage with suppliers to assess technical requirements and manage accounts via ERP systems.
• Monitor procurement costs and budgets, flag discrepancies, and ensure timely material delivery.
• Liaise with internal teams to communicate supply chain updates and resolve invoice queries.
• Contribute to cost reduction, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in amanufacturing company
• Strong communication and persistence
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use ERP systems confidently.
• Flexible and adaptable with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness to travel to UK-based suppliers.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to high-spec procurement standards