Purchasing Assistant

We are delighted to be supporting a successful High Wycombe based manufacturing and engineering business in their search for a newly created role of Purchasing Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career. Reporting to the Group Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager, you will support an efficient and commercially effective purchasing function, with the opportunity to develop towards a future management position. This is a Hybrid role working Monday to Friday 8:45am to 17.15pm. You will be based in the clients office close to High Wycombe. The salary for this role is up to £35K dependent on experience plus bonus. Main responsibilities for the Purchasing Assistant role are: Lead day-to-day purchasing assistant activities. Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, supplier acknowledgements and expediting. Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply issues. Manage inventory availability while reducing excess and obsolete stock. Support ERP/MRP systems, including supplier data, lead times and planning parameters. Support sourcing, cost reduction and supplier negotiations. Work closely with Production, Engineering, Sales, Finance and Warehouse teams. Drive continuous improvement across purchasing processes. Deputise for the Purchasing Manager when required. Skills required for the Purchasing Assistant role are: 3+ years purchasing experience, preferably within manufacturing or ..... full job details .....