Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant - Newark, town centre with parking Leading manufacturer, fantastic opportunity Supporting the Purchasing Manager with all purchasing-related tasks - Getting involved in supplier negotiations to reduce the cost of goods and services purchased for the company Fostering good supplier relationships through regular communication Sourcing potential new suppliers and evaluating them based on price/quality/delivery as well as for new products/items/services required Keeping a log of company costs, requirements, and all relevant data Analysing supply chain data and creating reports to assist purchasing decision-making The person: Either: 1-2 years'' experience within a purchasing/procurement/commercial buying environment, with a desire to progress Or: Good standard of education, drive and enthusiasm, and an interest in building a career within procurement ..... full job details .....