Assistant Purchasing Planner

Are you a skilled Purchasing Assistant or Business Administrator looking for a new role? Are you a confident Administrator in Purchasing, Materials, Supply Chain or Manufacturing Service Delivery looking to take on the role of Assistant Purchasing Planner? Are you looking for a role where you can develop your skills and responsibilities in a great company?

Kingscroft has been asked to recruit for an Assistant Purchasing Planner by a leading business in retail supply chain. As the ideal candidate you will have some experience working in an administrative role within a supply chain, materials, stock, production or service delivery team. This role requires a proactive approach and the confidence to liaise on email or the phone with the supply chain partners on a range of stock supply issues.

The position will support an experienced Purchasing Planner and Supply Chain Manager and will give a great opportunity for developing skills and responsibilities in a supportive team.

Your role will involve:

• Working closely with the Supply Chain Manager and Senior Purchasing Planner to assist with the smooth running of the department
• Dealing with Packing lists, purchase orders and stock shortages
• Liaising with suppliers both in the UK, Europe and Far East
• Working with Customer Care and Despatch Departments
• Answering telephone calls and taking messages or directing them to the correct department
• Resolving issues/queries in a timely manner
• General Administration Duties
• Full training on internal systems will be provided

This is a great company to work for, with a fantastic working environment and benefits and the potential for career development.

Please apply today for a confidential discussion about the role. Applications would be considered from more experienced staff who could add value to the team.

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