Purchasing Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

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We are now recruiting a candidate who can contribute to the smooth and effective running of our highly successful purchasing department. As part of this role, you will be required to support the purchasing manager, as well as actively provide all purchasing administration required to ensure optimal stock for the supply of customer orders, taking responsibility for an allocated portfolio of new products. The role will be based in Tiverton, Devon.

A JOB THAT MATTERS: YOUR TASKS

1. Plan, maintain and review raising of purchase orders within our ERP (SAP) system to ensure continuity of stock.
2. Manage, maintain and improve the working relationships with relevant suppliers.
3. Monitor, report and control stock levels with responsibility for all factors that determine stock availability whilst contributing to continuous improvement of processes and maximising stock turn & working capital.

Attributes:

• Organised, Diligent, Methodical, Eye for detail, Accuracy, Customer focused, and ability to prioritize effectively.

EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS: YOUR SKILLS

• Previous operational experience, working in a busy office / supply chain environment.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Great communication ability, as you will be required to liaise with both internal and external customers.
• Competent IT user, experience with Excel (competent) and MRP system would be beneficial.
• Opportunity for entry at Junior level for those considering a career in Purchasing or possessing transferable skills.

A WORKPLACE THAT MATTERS: A FULFILLING WORKPLACE

At dormakaba, we are a globally successful company, with a family business culture employing more than 15,000 employees worldwide. In the UK, we offer training opportunities, as well as career progression and support over 550 employees in the field as well as within our 13 different office locations.

We care for our employees, and so as well as an attractive salary offering, we also provide the following benefits:

• 25 days holiday (can be boosted to 28 via salary sacrifice scheme)
• Smart pension scheme (employee 6%, employer 3%)
• Private Health insurance
• Life assurance
• Healthshield (Support with optical, dental and other costs)
• Enhanced maternity benefits (up to 20 weeks full pay - subject to qualification)
• Employee discount platform

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