Assistant Purchasing Manager
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Intro Personnel
Salary: £36,000 per year
Assistant Purchasing Manager; Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire; £30,000
A manufacturer of high-quality products and materials used within the construction sector is recruiting. This group of companies have firmly established themselves as one of the nation’s leaders within their industry through their successful brand and reputation for excellent products, but even though they are now a £multi-million operation, they have still retained the family orientated principles that make this organisation a great place to work.
The company is currently looking for a Purchasing Assistant Manager to work in a team of 4 – responsible for 2 Purchasing Administrators and reporting into the Purchasing Manager. Working in a very fast paced and busy environment with lots of challenges, the ability to multitask and prioritise tasks is a must.
The role will involve;
* 80% tactical operational purchasing / 20% strategic purchasing
* Leading a small team of Purchasing Administrators
* Ordering materials, supplies and ensuring these are available and delivered on time
* Work closely with current suppliers, building and maintaining relationships
* Responsible for own set of medium sized task-based projects set by Purchasing Manager
* Assist Purchasing Manager in implementing new suppliers and products
* Assist in stock control and effective inventory levels for main factory
* Liaising with the wider team on orders, stock control and price queries
What we are looking for:
* Applicants should have previous purchasing experience gained from an industrial sector; manufacturing environment is desirable.
* Self-motivated – comfortable working independently but also a team player
* Ability to effectively prioritise responsibilities and tasks on hand
* Task focussed and always ensuring that the task on hand is done
* Diligent and organised
* Ability to communicate at all levels within and outside of the business
* Strong IT skills including proficient in Microsoft Excel / Outlook
* Good numerical skills
Due to the expected high number of applicants for the Purchasing Assistant Manager role, we regret that it may not be possible to respond to all unsuccessful applications.
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