Procurement Assistant

Langham Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job description

Procurement Assistant

Wiltshire

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 per year

Our client is a leading specialist in the manufacturing sector and is currently seeking a Procurement Assistant to join their team during a dynamic growth phase.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Production Manager to handle purchase orders, source and compare supplier quotes, maintain strong supplier relationships, and ensure goods are delivered on time.
• Provide the sales team with accurate pricing and lead time information for purchased materials.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 1-2 years of experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Familiarity with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.
• Understanding of the full purchasing cycle, including purchase order management.
• Knowledge of procurement documentation and supply chain processes.
• Awareness of inventory classifications and stock management.
• Experience in liaising with external suppliers and maintaining strong relationships.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and quality control procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Experience entering data into an ERP system.
• Strong organisational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with different departments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Hours & Benefits:

• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week (flexible working available).
• Company pension scheme.
• BUPA private healthcare.
• Performance-related bonus scheme (up to 10%).
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme.