Purchasing Assistant: Optimize Procurement & Inventory

Adecco; Chesterfield; Presencial; GBP 21 000 - 27 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Adecco is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant in Chesterfield to join our client’s procurement team. The role reports to the Procurement Manager and involves comprehensive PO processing, supplier coordination, and inventory control.

You will manage orders, liaise with vendors on pricing and delivery, maintain purchase records and support quality assurance with MTCs. The role offers regular hours in a busy office environment with parking.

Qualificações

• Proven experience in a purchasing environment.
• Understanding end-to-end supply chain activities, especially inventory management.
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret data and market trends.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage with suppliers and internal teams.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for reporting.
• Highly organised with good time management to meet deadlines.
• Proactive in resolving supply chain issues and discrepancies.

Responsabilidades

• Create, maintain and track purchase orders for various goods and services.
• Coordinate with suppliers on pricing, availability and delivery schedules.
• Monitor stock levels and update management on stock status.
• Process orders efficiently, ensure timely delivery and manage PO communications.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing and documents.
• Resolve invoice queries and handle damaged shipments.
• Ensure materials meet quality standards and specify MTCS.
• Assist in sourcing suppliers and obtaining quotes to secure best value.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Lead monthly physical inventory counts.

Conhecimentos

Purchasing experience

Supply chain knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

ERP/MRP familiarity

MS Office / Excel

Time management

Problem solving

Ferramentas

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Adecco is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant in Chesterfield to join our client’s procurement team. The role reports to the Procurement Manager and involves comprehensive PO processing, supplier coordination, and inventory control.

You will manage orders, liaise with vendors on pricing and delivery, maintain purchase records and support quality assurance with MTCs. The role offers regular hours in a busy office environment with parking.