Purchasing Assistant: 9-Month Maternity Cover, Part-Time

Hydrachem Limited; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of water purification products is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover position. Responsibilities include purchasing materials, processing orders, and monitoring stock levels. The ideal candidate will have prior purchasing experience and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and a health and wellbeing programme.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and support

Health and wellbeing programme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous purchasing experience is preferred.
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchasing Manager to purchase materials and ancillary items.
• Process routine orders for office supplies in line with company procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.

Skills

Good level of conversational and written English

Highly numerate

Fully PC literate

Good communication and teamwork abilities

Experience of working in a manufacturing environment

Organised and methodical

Job description

A leading manufacturer of water purification products is seeking a Purchasing Assistant for a part-time, fixed-term maternity cover position. Responsibilities include purchasing materials, processing orders, and monitoring stock levels. The ideal candidate will have prior purchasing experience and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and a health and wellbeing programme.