Purchasing Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected company in the motor industry is seeking a Purchasing Assistant in Maidstone. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 per annum, with responsibilities including sourcing parts and managing stock. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of purchasing experience and strong IT skills. The position offers a supportive environment and a work-life balance with early finishes on weekdays and alternate Saturdays off.

Benefits

21 days holiday per year

Early finishes on weekdays

Alternate Saturdays off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years purchasing experience.
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and purchasing parts for the fleet.
• Receiving and accurately recording stock from suppliers.
• Conducting regular stock checks.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Proactivity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

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Purchasing Assistant

Location: Maidstone

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm & alternate Saturdays, 7am-12pm

Holiday Entitlement: 21 days annually

Our client, a respected company within the motor industry, is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional who is driven, eager to learn, and ready to take on a new challenge. Due to the rural location, a full driving license is required.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Sourcing and purchasing parts for the fleet
2. Receiving and accurately recording stock from suppliers
3. Allocating parts and conducting regular stock checks
4. Supporting the office with general ad-hoc tasks as needed

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years purchasing experience (motor trade experience is advantageous)
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and Excel (training on the client’s in-house system will be provided)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and colleagues
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A proactive and motivated attitude with a willingness to learn

Full driving license is required due to the rural location of the role.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum
• 21 days holiday per year
• Early finishes and alternate Saturdays off, providing a great work-life balance

If you have a background in purchasing and are seeking a new opportunity in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your career!

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