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Purchasing Assistant, Winsford, Permanent, £27,000

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation based in the heart of Winsford. With a large, centrally located distribution and service operation, the company is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support its procurement and warehouse teams. In this role, you will help maintain accurate stock levels, manage supplier orders, and contribute to the smooth, cost-efficient operation of the supply chain. Reporting in the Procurement Manager, daily duties will include:

• Produce regular stock replenishment orders with approved suppliers
• Maintain accurate estimated time of arrivals with suppliers and communicate delivery updates accordingly
• Record customs entries for international orders
• Chase overdue orders and update the customer-facing systems
• Order non-core items to meet specific customer needs
• Update costs, lead times, and supplier information
• Check and confirm supplier invoices
• Support continuous improvement initiatives

The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years’ experience in purchasing or procurement, strong IT skills including intermediate Excel, and excellent attention to detail with good analytical ability. You will be organised, proactive, able to manage competing priorities, and be confident communicating at all levels with a positive, team-focused approach.

In return, the role offers a comprehensive benefits package including a healthcare plan, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, enhanced sick pay, a company pension scheme, life assurance, bereavement leave, and an employee referral bonus scheme.

For more information regarding the above role call Nicola or Amy on (phone number removed) or forward your CV for consideration! Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted.