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Purchasing Assistant - 12 month fixed term contract maternity cover

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Job Description - Purchasing Assistant - 12 month fixed term contract maternity cover

12 month fixed term contract maternity cover

Main Activities/Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the general activities of the Business’s Procurement functions
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders including Purchasing, Sales and Operations teams
  • Support the Supply Chain with placing of orders and ensuring timely deliveries
  • Co-ordinate with suppliers for the progressing of purchase orders
  • Help resolve any issues relating to delivery delays
  • Order acknowledgement monitoring
  • Test Certification and document processing
  • Assisting with day to day enquiries from UK & Ireland internal customers
  • Analysing quotations from suppliers, contribute towards purchasing decision

Required Qualifications / Experience:

  • Strong communication skills at all levels, are essential
  • A methodical approach to work and excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent organisational skills and business intelligence
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and ability to handle any challenges

that arise within the supply chain

  • The ability to meet time frames and work under pressure is important

Desirable Qualifications / Experience:

  • Previous experience in a Procurement environment. Ideally within the Steel Industry
  • Experience of using SAP ERP Software
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

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