Purchasing Assistant

Stafflex; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing local business in Huddersfield is seeking an experienced Purchasing Assistant to support daily procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have experience with MRP systems, a background in purchasing or stock management, and strong attention to detail. This role demands excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams. This is a permanent position with a salary range of £27,000 - £28,000 per annum, offering the opportunity to join a stable and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Raising, checking, and processing Purchase Orders (POs) accurately.
• Acting as point of contact for suppliers, resolving order-related queries.
• Liaising with production, finance, and warehouse teams for timely delivery.
• Monitoring stock levels and coordinating deliveries.
• Maintaining accurate purchase records and documentation.
• Compiling purchasing data to support decision-making.
• Investigating discrepancies in orders and deliveries.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline purchasing processes.

Skills

Experience with MRP Systems

Background in purchasing / stock management

Strong technical proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office

Excellent attention to detail

Organised, able to prioritise workload

Confident communication skills

Strong problem‑solving mindset

Job description

Purchasing Assistant

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Stafflex are proudly working with a growing local business to find an experienced Purchasing Assistant. This role reports to the Operations Manager and is placed within a growing operation. The Purchasing Assistant will support day‑to‑day procurement activity, with a strong focus on accuracy, and effective use of an MRP system.

The position is ideal for someone who's confident working in a process‑driven environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and can communicate well with internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Raising, checking, and processing Purchase Orders (POs) accurately within the MRP systems, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Acting as a point contact for suppliers, maintaining preferred supplier information and resolving order‑related queries.
• Internal coordination; liaising with production, finance and warehouse teams to ensure the timely delivery of goods and smooth flow of information.
• Monitoring stock levels, tracking open orders, and coordinating deliveries.
• Maintaining accurate purchase records, registers and documentation.
• Compiling purchasing and stock data to support operational decision‑making.
• Investigating discrepancies relating to orders, deliveries, or invoicing.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline purchasing processes over time.

Experience and Skills

• Experience with MRP Systems is essential
• Background in purchasing / stock management
• Strong technical proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail
• Organised, able to prioritise workload, and comfortable in a process‑driven environment
• Confident communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving mindset

If you're proactive and want to be part of a stable and supportive team, this could be a great step in your career. Please apply now!