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Production Purchasing Assistant
37 hours per week perm
From day one 26,000 per annum plus TWO BONUSES
You will be reporting to the Purchasing Manager, and you will be responsible for purchasing materials and goods required for the business. You will be part of a small team that works with suppliers to ensure they meet quality and delivery requirements.
2. Tasks and Responsibilities
Responsible for handling purchases and placing daily order with suppliers
Follow up outstanding delivery and expediting, where necessary
Participating in and running request for quotation (RFQ) processes
Annually review contracts with suppliers and participate in cost reduction with suppliers
Create and maintain supplier details and part numbers in a computerised system
Interact with suppliers to negotiate pricing, product quality and delivery schedule
Supervise supplier contracts and ensure all documentation is correct and in date.
Formulate delivery plans with suppliers
Managing non-conformance claims and liaising with supplier for replacements, where applicable
Source and develop suitable suppliers for required materials for new/current products
Liaise with suppliers on technical issue resolution in a timely manner to ensure continuity of supply
Carry out administrative duties such as maintaining department's documentations and records including maintain approved suppliers list.
Populate (Excel) reports to monitor supplier spend and performance against defined KPIs.
3. Education and Experience
GCSE Maths and English grade 4 or above, or equivalent
Procurement and administration experience
Proficient Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Power BI.
Familiar with ERP systems and managing changeover. Fourth Shift and SAP experience preferred.
4. Competencies
A good team player
Diligent and responsible
Resourceful and self-driven with a strong sense of commitment and urgency to meet set goals, objectives and deadlines
Ability work under pressure and get desired results
Excellent in analytical skills, negotiation skills and strong organizational skills
Ability to project a positive and professional image
Good interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask whilst meeting deadlines
Creative problem solver
Determined and resourceful
Proactive attitude
Self-motivate and able to work on own initiative
Able to present to suppliers and colleagues
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