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Purchasing Assistant

IDEAL PERSONNEL

Milton Keynes

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GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join their dynamic Logistics Team. In this full-time, permanent role, you will be responsible for processing purchase orders, monitoring deliveries, and providing essential administrative support. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and demonstrate excellent organizational and communication abilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a busy team and help streamline purchasing processes in a supportive environment. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for logistics, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

  • Experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is essential.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Process and place purchase orders efficiently.
  • Monitor delivery and ensure accurate shipping documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Office
Excel
Organization Skills
Time Management
Communication Skills

Job description

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Full time, Permanent
Milton Keynes
Competitive
Ref No: IPRS7242

Our client has a full time, permanent vacancy for a Purchasing Assistant to join their busy Logistics Team. Key responsibilities for this role include:

  1. Processing and placement of purchase orders
  2. Monitoring delivery and shipping information; ensure all shipping documents are accurate and complete before orders are dispatched
  3. Updating order status on internal and suppliers’ systems; enter and maintain accurate record of purchases, pricing, dates and other important data
  4. Provide general administrative support to the purchasing department
  5. Communication with suppliers and other departments is an important part of the role

Requirements:
To apply you must have experience of working with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. You will also have excellent organisation and time management skills and possess an accurate and methodical approach to your work. You will be an excellent team player and a confident communicator, whether it be in person, via telephone or email. Experience of working in an administrative role or supply chain role is highly desirable.

Due to the large number of responses we receive, it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.

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