£27000 - £30000 per annum, Benefits: 4 day working week, stability and career growth
Purchasing Assistant / Stock Controller
Cannock | Permanent | £27,000 – £30,000 DOE
On-Site
Exclusive to Pertemps – this role is not advertised anywhere else!
Enjoy a 4-day working week – every weekend is a 3-day weekend!
Are you technically minded, detail-driven, and looking for a new challenge in purchasing and stock control£ We’re working exclusively with a well-established, forward-thinking business in Cannock that is looking to expand their operations team with a Purchasing Assistant / Stock Controller.
This is a permanent opportunity offering a 4-day working week, giving you more time for life outside of work — without compromising on your career growth or salary!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Managing and controlling stock levels
- Conducting regular stock takes and identifying variances
- Negotiating prices and maintaining relationships with suppliers
- Raising and processing purchase orders
- Tracking lead times and managing call-off orders
- Monitoring minimum order quantities and contract terms
- Working with Sage and Excel to maintain accurate records
- Supporting the team with general procurement and technical stock management tasks
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience in a purchasing, stock control, or supply chain role
- Confident using Excel (formulas, data entry) and ideally Sage
- A technically minded approach – able to understand product specs and stock requirements
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Highly organised with a keen eye for detail