Purchasing Assistant in Accrington

Square Peg Associates are delighted to be working in partnership with a successful and well-established manufacturing business based in Accrington, who are looking to recruit a Procurement Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Purchasing or Procurement professional to join a busy, high-volume manufacturing environment and play a key role in ensuring the business has the right parts, components and materials available when required.

Working closely with the Stock & Inventory, Production and Goods-In teams, you will take responsibility for tasks within planning, forecasting and purchasing requirements, while building strong supplier relationships and ensuring suppliers deliver against agreed expectations.

The Role

• Supporting the day-to-day functions of a busy, high-volume Procurement and Supply Chain ordering division.
• Planning, scheduling and forecasting parts, components and goods to meet production requirements and customer demand.
• Monitoring purchase orders and supplier lead times to ensure materials are available when required.
• Placing purchase orders and managing them through to receipt, ensuring delivery dates and requirements are met.
• Building and maintaining strong, professional relationships with suppliers and maximising supplier performance.
• Monitoring supplier service levels and undertaking appropriate due diligence to ensure preferred suppliers continue to meet business expectations.
• Working closely with Goods-In, Stock & Inventory and Production teams to ensure the smooth and timely flow of materials into the business.
• Obtaining the appropriate business approval and allocating Purchase Order Numbers for purchases.
• Monitoring outstanding orders and proactively resolving any issues relating to supply, lead times or delivery.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing information and reports on the relevant systems.
• Communicating effectively with internal departments, suppliers and key external partners.

About You

• The successful candidate will have a minimum of two year’s experience of Procurement or Purchasing, who is commercially aware, organised and confident when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• 2–4 years' experience within a Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain environment.
• Understanding of supply requirements, lead times, stock availability and purchasing processes.
• Excellent supplier relationship management skills, with the ability to build productive and long-term partnerships.
• Strong negotiation skills and a commercial approach to supplier management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to communicate at all levels.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team.
• Solid IT skills, including Microsoft Office; advanced Excel knowledge would be advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

The company offers a highly competitive salary, together with an attractive benefits package and excellent long-term career and progression opportunities. Join this dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth! If you’re an ambitious individual with a passion for your work, we’d love to hear from you.