Purchasing Assistant Manufacturing

Kingston Barnes Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in the UK is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to manage stock levels, utilize computerized replenishment systems, and maintain supplier relationships. This role requires experience in purchasing and inventory management, particularly within a manufacturing environment. The successful applicant will be fluent in supply chain practices and must be eligible to work in the UK. Join a team that is committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and inventory management with a computerized Replenish System.
• Familiarity with supply chain practices.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage stock levels to meet customer demand.
• Use stock replenish system to order new stock.
• Conduct regular stock counts to verify inventory accuracy.
• Communicate with suppliers to track orders and resolve issues.
• Maintain item records in ERP system for accuracy.

Skills

Purchasing & inventory management

Manufacturing background

Supply chain practices

ERP system usage

Job description

Purchasing Assistant Manufacturing

The Company: With the company's success continuing to grow steadily, they are looking at expanding the work force on site in order to maintain production levels. They are a market leader within a cellular manufacturing industry and are looking forward to another successful year within this marketplace. The business has shown consistent growth and is constantly developing new systems to maintain their competitive advantage in existing markets. The successful MRP ERP Stock Controller will receive support and development which will provide you with an excellent opportunity to further yourself and progress your career within a continually expanding business.

The Role:

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Job Specific Tasks

• Responsible for_CLUSTER monitoring and managing stock levels, ensuring a steady supply of goods to meet customer demand while minimizing holding costs
• Using stock replenish system to order new stock when inventory reaches predetermined levels, analysing demand and production requirements ensuring the timely availability of products
• Conducting regular stock counts (system-based) to verify inventory accuracy, investigating discrepancies, and reconciling them
• Communicating with suppliers to track orders, confirm delivery dates, resolve discrepancies,Publicidade
• Expeditingея urgent orders, and taking proactive measures to resolve stock-related issues
• Accurately maintaining Item records in ERP system, ensure correct costing and sales price
• Handling any quality related customer returns with supplier, follow correct return and credit processes
• Responsible for managing supplier relationship, monitor current & past performance, identify underperformance, and seeking for continuous improvements
• Investigate and resolve invoice queries
• Work closely with forwarding Agents & haulier companies
• Ensure correct Manufacturing Bill of material, including tools, operations and product configuration
• Track slow-moving, non-moving, and aged stock; analyse underlying causes and recommend appropriate solutions
• Prioritize Daily system reports and take required actions to solve any stock related issues
• Collaborating with sales, and production and planning teams to ensure smooth operations, manage order fulfillment, and meet business goals
• Responsible for the successful introduction of new products, setting up products in database, working though the approval process making sure stock availability for launch date
• Evaluating reports, identifying inefficiencies, continuously improving processes

The Candidate

• Experience in Purchasing & inventory management - use of a computerised Replenish System
• Manufacturing background
• Familiar with supply chain practises
• Use of ERP system
• Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position

If you are interested please call Justin Reynolds on (phone number removed) or apply online