Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant - 6 month roleLocation: Hatfield, HertfordshireJob Type: Monday-Wednesday 8:30 to 5:00pm but can be flexible.Salary: £30,000 pro rata About the RoleWe are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Assistant to join a busy and growing team based in Hatfield. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual to support the purchasing function, ensuring materials, components and supplies are ordered efficiently and delivered on time.The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day purchasing activities, liaise with suppliers and internal departments, and help maintain accurate purchasing records to support the smooth running of business operations.Key Responsibilities Raise and process purchase orders accurately and in line with business requirements.Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, confirm pricing and check product availability.Monitor outstanding orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure deliveries arrive on time.Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier information and order documentation.Assist with stock checks and monitor inventory levels to support purchasing requirements.Work closely with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and delivery deadlines.Resolve supplier queries, delivery delays and discrepancies relating to orders or invoices.Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and achieve cost savings.Ensure all purchasing documentation is accurate, complete and up to ..... full job details .....