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SalaryAt Barco Sales, one of the UK s leading independent plumbing and heating distributors, we are searching for an ambitious Purchasing Assistant to join our dynamic team in Welwyn Garden City.
Purchasing Assistant
Welwyn Garden City, AL7 1HB
- Full time (08 15), permanent
- GBP24,000 - GBP26,000 per annum
- Knowledge/experience of supply chain role is a plus
Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
This Purchasing Assistant role offers an opportunity to learn and grow within the company, giving you the training, support, and all the tools you need to reach your full potential.
With an annual salary of GBP24,000 - GBP26,000, the ideal candidate will share our passion for exceptional customer service and preferably have knowledge/experience of supply chains.
Are you a fast learner with the ability to integrate seamlessly within a team? Are you confident, personable and possess excellent communication skills? Then this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.
What you'll do:
- Manage purchase orders, discrepancies and delivery schedules with meticulous attention to detail
- Maintain product data, SRM notes and implement price changes
- Analyse system reports to maintain optimum stock levels
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Source and negotiate competitive prices for plumbing and heating supplies from leading manufacturers
- Interpret market trends, competitor activity and customer feedback to identify new product opportunities
- Manage supplier samples and promotional literature
- Meet purchasing targets to fulfill our customer service promise
Who you are:
- A confident and personable individual who can build relationships
- Able to prioritise and stay organised in a demanding environment
- Skilled in IT using Microsoft suite and CRM systems
- Strong with numbers and data analysis
- An excellent communicator with a keen eye for detail
- Eager to learn about the company, our products and the market
- Able to think creatively and adapt to changing situations
- Not afraid to ask questions and challenge the status quo (we love cheeky go-getters!)
- Knowledge or work experience of supply chains would be advantageous
- Educated to GCSE level or higher in English and Maths
- Familiarity with the plumbing and heating industry is a plus
Benefits on offer:
- 20 Days holiday (rising to 25 after six months service) plus bank holidays
- Opportunities to progress within the company dependent on skill and business requirement
- Company pension scheme (applicable after probationary period)
- Life insurance scheme
- Dedicated staff rest area, with TV and kitchen, for breaks and lunch
- Free on-site parking
- A vibrant and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued
If the above sounds like you, you could be a perfect fit for Barco Sales. Don t wait take the plunge and begin your career with this dynamic plumbing and heating distributor.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click apply today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to tailor your application and provide a cover letter or any supporting documents.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Junior, Junior Role, Junior Buyer, Buying, Purchaser, Purchasing, Procurement, Negotiator, Customer Relations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Administrator.
