Purchasing Assistant

Job Title: Purchasing AssistantLocation: ManchesterSalary: 24,000 - 26,000 per annumJob Type: Full Time, PermanentDo you have administration experience ideally looking to be part of a successful, niche, but industry leading organisation?EDM design, manufacture and install specialist mechanical applications to a diverse client base. On offer is an opportunity to work for a company that have an excellent reputation in their industry and a state-of-the-art facility to enable them to deliver on bespoke projects for a range of clients.Based in Manchester we are currently recruiting for a purchasing assistant on a permanent basis to join our friendly purchasing team. The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for the ordering of components in line with the build requirements, the expediting of existing orders and the support of the Purchasing manager.Duties and Responsibilities:Review Requisitions / MRP and consolidate where possibleObtain quotations from approved suppliersTimely conversion of requisitions to Purchase ordersGain order acknowledgements and expedite to project requirementsHighlight any concerns to the Purchase manager regarding part supplyIdentify and materialise savingsLiaise with Planning and design regarding part issuesWork with Quality engineers to resolve issues and return to vendor of materialsAssist Purchase manager with strategic projects / tasksWork within the larger purchase department for joint projects / strategiesAbout you:Key Requirements:Experience ..... full job details .....