Purchasing Clerk/Stock Controller

Pertemps North Midlands; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

free parking

private medical insurance

Job summary

Pertemps North Midlands in Burton-on-Trent is recruiting a Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller for a full-time temp-to-perm role. You will raise purchase orders, liaise with suppliers on pricing and lead times, and maintain stock records using the company CRM/system.

Working Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, you will monitor stock levels, manage supplier relationships and ensure accurate inventory management. Previous purchasing or stock control experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement or stock control.
• Experience raising and processing purchase orders.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and managing supplier information.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Good IT and computer system skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders with suppliers.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, pricing, availability and delivery times.
• Maintain accurate supplier price lists.
• Monitor stock levels and arrange replenishment.
• Manage internal stock transfers.
• Receive, check and store incoming goods.
• Organise and track outgoing shipments.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records in the CRM/system.
• Carry out regular stock checks and investigate discrepancies.
• Identify and report damaged or missing stock.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

IT skills

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Proactive attitude

Tools

CRM system

Job description

A Purchasing Clerk/Stock Controller is sought for a full-time, temp-to-perm post in Burton upon Trent, offering £15.38 to £17.94 hourly. Fixed shifts run Monday to Friday, 8:30am until 4:30pm. Duties cover raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers on pricing, availability and lead times, updating supplier price lists, watching stock levels and keeping precise inventory records. Applicants must bring prior experience within purchasing, procurement or stock control, plus solid administrative ability and confident supplier communication. The assignment may convert to a permanent contract for the right person.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller to join their busy team in Burton-on-Trent . Pay Rate: £15.38 - £17.94 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm This is a temp-to-perm opportunity , with the potential to become a permanent position for the right candidate. Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or stock control is essential , with a strong focus on purchasing administration, supplier management and maintaining accurate stock records.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and process purchase orders with suppliers
• Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, pricing, availability and delivery times
• Maintain accurate supplier price lists
• Monitor stock levels and arrange replenishment when required
• Manage internal stock transfers
• Receive, check and store incoming goods
• Organise and track outgoing shipments
• Maintain accurate purchasing and stock records using the company CRM/system
• Carry out regular stock checks and investigate discrepancies
• Identify and report damaged or missing stock
• Ensure products are correctly organised and stored
• Assist with general purchasing and stock administration
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment
• Follow all relevant health and safety procedures

About You

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, buying or stock control
• Experience raising and processing purchase orders
• Experience dealing with suppliers and managing supplier information
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Good IT and computer system skills
• The ability to maintain accurate records and identify discrepancies
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A reliable, proactive and can-do attitude
• The ability to work in a busy environment and manage multiple tasks

The Role

Job Title: Purchasing Clerk / Stock Controller

Pay Rate: £15.38 -£17.94 per hour

Job Type: Temp to Perm

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm

Location: Burton-on-Trent

Experience: Purchasing and Stock Control experience essential

Benefits

• Company pension
• free parking
• private medical insurance

If you have experience in Purchasing, Procurement or Stock Control and are looking for a long-term opportunity with the potential to secure a permanent position.