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SalaryJob Title: Operational Purchasing Assistant
Company: Leading Supplier of Private Label Household and Professional Cleaning/Hygiene Products Across Europe
Location: Middleton
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £27,000 (Depending on Experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Hybrid Working: 50:50 Split (Office and Remote)
Are you a detail-oriented individual with a knack for administrative tasks? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent organisational skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Operational Purchasing Assistant at our leading company specialising in private label household and professional cleaning/hygiene products across Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
SAP Data Management: Create and maintain information records on SAP, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.
Price Input: Input prices into the system for materials being considered for purchase.
Collaborative Support: Work closely with all buyers for a diverse range of products, contributing to the smooth functioning of the purchasing department.
Supplier Engagement: Proactively engage with suppliers to obtain pricing information, explore new developments, and ensure timely responses.
Communication: Regularly communicate with suppliers via phone and email to obtain accurate and competitive prices.
Invoice Management: Handle blocked invoices efficiently, resolving any issues promptly to ensure a streamlined procurement process.
Adhoc Projects: Contribute to adhoc project work within the purchasing department, showcasing your ability to handle diverse tasks.
Efficiency Enhancement: Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency within the purchasing process.
Query Handling: Act as a central point of contact for queries, responding promptly and professionally through email and other communication channels.
Requirements:
Previous administrative experience is essential; procurement experience is a plus but not mandatory.
Proficiency in SAP is preferred but not essential; computer and system-based experience is required.
- Good communication via phone and email.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, up to £27,000, based on experience.
Monday to Friday working hours, providing a healthy work-life balance.
Hybrid working model with a 50:50 split between office and remote work.
- Plus other benefits such as pension, private health care, life insurance + more!
Join their dynamic team and be a crucial part of our success in delivering top-notch private label household and professional cleaning/hygiene products across Europe.
Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
