Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Administrator Highly competitive plus market leading benefits Macclesfield Whilst currently based in Macclesfield – the business is moving premises next year to Poynton so we welcome candidates from both Macclesfield, Stockport and all surrounding areas. We are currently working with a distributor of specialist hardware who now has an excellent opportunity for a pro-active Purchasing Administrator to join their friendly team based in Cheshire. They can offer a generous salary and benefits package – including private medical, bonus, death in service, 33 days holiday PLUS Christmas shutdown plus a whole host of other benefits! This is a great opportunity to join a family run company, going through a period of exciting growth. Whilst currently based in Macclesfield – the business is moving premises next year to Poynton so we welcome candidates from both Macclesfield, Stockport and all surrounding areas. The purpose of the role: To support and assist the Purchasing Coordinator with Purchase Order Management and Supplier Relationships. Support the delivery of the department strategy as required. Duties include: Purchase Order Administration • Purchase Order creation and submission • Update Purchase Orders post supplier confirmation • Collect and collate relevant data and format concisely for the weekly Back Order Cleanse • Assist the Purchasing Coordinator with the weekly Purchase Order Hastening Programme • Maintain Archiving of Purchase Orders Supplier Management • Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver outstanding performance in cost, terms, service, supply and quality • Recognize supplier expectations and align with our own business objectives Supplementary Reporting - DIT • Management of Supplementary Reporting on the Department of International Trades website • Submission of all imported product by Make, Model, Calibre and Serial Number • Manage and maintain the DIT Supplementary Reporting Register • Additional Information covering UK date of arrival and mode of transport • Amendment of product proof status Product Brand Management Essential Skills • Experience working in a similar supply chain / purchasing admin role • Excellent communication and relationship management skills • High level of attention to detail • Self-motivated • Ability to work to tight deadlines • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise own workload • IT literate with Microsoft office packages • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel • Highly numerate • Ability to work as part of a diverse team Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16731