Purchasing Assistant (2254)

VSE Corporation; Leigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Rotable Repairs Ltd seeks a Purchasing Assistant to handle a broad range of purchasing, administration, and customer service tasks. The role requires an enthusiastic, detail-oriented individual for a fast-paced internal team.

Responsibilities include processing orders, coordinating with suppliers and clients, and supporting the Purchasing Manager. Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems is essential, with 2 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant work experience.
• Good eye for detail and methodical approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Processing orders and coordinating fulfilment internally, with third party suppliers and clients.
• Liaising with internal sales & MRO team regarding open purchases.
• Developing client relationships through personal attention and follow-up.
• Maintaining up-to-date purchasing reports.
• Assisting Purchasing Manager with incoming requests.
• Raising purchase orders for varied departments.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Lateral thinking

Pressure handling

Education

NVQ Level 2

GCSE A*-C

Functional Skills English/Maths/ICT

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Quantum Control ERP

Job description

The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for performing a wide range of purchasing, administration, and customer service activities. We require an enthusiastic and confident individual with a good eye for detail to join our fast-paced internal purchasing team.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Processing orders, co-ordinating their fulfilment internally, with third party suppliers and with clients.
• Liaising with the internal sales & MRO team regarding open purchases.
• Developing loyal and long-lasting client relationships through personal attention and follow-up.
• Keeping up to date with ongoing purchasing reports.
• Assisting the Purchasing Manager with incoming customer and internal requests.
• Negotiating with commercial and aviation-based vendors ensuring both quality and price is met to set targets.
• Providing up to date cost saving reports to Purchasing Manager.
• Filling and scanning of internal purchasing forms.
• Raising purchase orders for varied departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft products Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.
• NVQ Level 2, Vocational Qualifications Level 2, GCSE A*-C, ESOL Skills for Life, Higher Diplomas, Functional Skills Level 2 English, Maths & ICT. OEM or OEM recognised training. Aeronautical and Technical School, Aeronautical Military School or QA Assessment.
• 2 year’s relevant work experience.
• Methodical and high level of attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure with lateral thinking in a demanding environment.
• A high level of numeracy.
• Willing to work hard, in a team, be flexible both with your hours worked and tasks required.
• Excellent communication, listening and persuasion skills.
• Quantum Control ERP experience or related aviation information system experience.
• Previous experience working within an office environment.

Rotable Repairs Ltd are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to our organisation and strive to ensure a fair and supportive recruitment process for all.