Purchasing Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Mission: To provide operational level purchasing administration support to the Residential Controls Segment, including:

1. Direct parts purchasing
2. Indirect parts purchasing and management, including services and capital.
3. Supplier management

Key responsibilities:

1. To create and manage purchase orders.
2. To support the procurement/planning team to ensure the timing and accurate supply of Purchased parts within the plant.
3. To assist and provide cover for the Planning of Manufacturing schedules.
4. To monitor stock levels and coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams.
5. To provide and support specification changes to materials and components as driven by any department/function within the plant.
6. To maintain accurate records and documentation.
7. To provide operational support in the procurement and management of all indirect purchase areas including services and capital.

Skills and attributes:

1. Proven experience in a Purchasing role within a volume manufacturing plant.
2. Good level of computer/ERP literacy including knowledge of Microsoft Office.
3. Firm understanding of cross-functional inter-dependencies (operations, finance, supply chain).
4. Strong analytical and communication skills.
5. Able to collaborate effectively with others to achieve objectives.

Education:

Ideally working towards or CIPS qualified.

At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future.

What we offer you:

1. Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme
2. 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
3. Holiday Buy & Sell programme
4. Pension Scheme
5. Employee Share Ownership Programme
6. Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options
7. Gym Flex
8. Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally)
9. Shopping & Dining Discounts
10. Learning Portal and much more.

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