Purchasing Assistant

Heritage PS Talent Solutions are working on behalf of our client.

Heritage PS Talent Solutions are working on behalf of our well established and industry leading client in Leeds to recruit for an experienced Purchasing Assistant / Coordinator. This is an exciting role that would suit someone with 3+ years’ experience within Purchasing and / or Accounts, looking to progress their career within a successful group.

Key responsibilities for the Purchasing Assistant:

• Responsible for procuring carpets, vinyl, laminate, wood, and other related products.
• Collaborating with suppliers from the UK, Europe, and worldwide.
• Ensuring timely procurement of goods at agreed-upon rates, adhering to expected lead times.
• Monitoring inventory levels and proactively ordering low-stock items to prevent shortages, considering supplier lead times.
• Forecasting demand for all items, conducting monthly usage reviews, and adjusting forecasts as needed.
• Maintaining updated records of supplier pricing and lead-time data.
• Negotiating improved prices and service terms with suppliers, especially those with high usage.
• Coordinating the collection of goods with shipping partners and overseeing delivery logistics, coordinating with the Warehouse Department for incoming shipments.
• Collaborating with the accounts team to reconcile delivery notes with invoices, verifying prices and quantities against purchase orders, promptly addressing discrepancies and damages, and reaching resolutions with suppliers.
• Assisting the warehouse in inventory management and stocktaking activities.
• Undertaking any additional responsibilities that complement the role.

Key requirements of the Purchasing Assistant:

• Demonstrated experience in procurement is required.
• The ideal candidate should be self-motivated, capable of both independent work and collaboration within a team, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential, with the ability to swiftly adapt to other software platforms.
• Exceptional communication skills, encompassing verbal, written, telephone, and email interactions, are crucial.

What the Purchasing Assistant will receive in return:

• A competitive salary of approximately £25,000 PA as a basic salary
• Fantastic pension
• 25 days annual leave + bank holiday's
• Free parking
• Fantastic working environment
• Other benefits to discuss at initial chat

To apply for this position, please apply now or call Elly Clow on 0113 887 4433 | 07738 106 170