Purchasing Assistant

Overview

We are currently looking for a Purchasing Assistant to work for one of our clients based in Burton on Trent.

The client is a market-leading manufacturer of specialist equipment to a range of industry sectors including heavy engineering and aerospace.

Due to the specialist nature of the products the work is both interesting and will include the assisting with all aspects of the purchasing function.

Key Responsibilities

• Dealing with suppliers to obtain quotes for materials and goods
• Ensuring that quotes are competitive and in line with budgets
• Sourcing alternative suppliers where necessary
• Placing orders with suppliers
• Maintaining a supplier database
• Progressing orders with suppliers to ensure that goods are received in a timely manner to prevent manufacturing delays
• Working with the engineering and manufacturing functions within the business to foresee and prevent...