Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing and Finance Assistant Location: Bratton ClovellySalary: Circa £27,000 per annum (DOE)Reporting To: Purchasing Manager and Finance Manager Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and looking to build a career in purchasing and finance? We''re seeking a Purchasing and Finance Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career, or with some administrative, purchasing or finance experience, who is looking to develop their skills across two key business functions. Full training and ongoing support will be provided. The role is split approximately 60% purchasing and 40% finance, offering a varied workload and excellent career development opportunities. Key Responsibilities Purchasing (60%) Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring records remain accurate and up to date. Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, deliveries and order status. Obtain supplier quotations and support purchasing decisions. Monitor outstanding orders and follow up on delayed deliveries. Maintain supplier records and procurement documentation. Reconcile purchase orders, delivery notes and supplier invoices. Support inventory monitoring and stock replenishment. Resolve supplier queries and escalate issues where required. Produce purchasing reports and management information. Work closely with production teams to ensure timely supply of goods. Finance (40%) Support the day-to-day purchase ledger function. ..... full job details .....