Purchasing Assistant in Huddersfield

Purchasing Assistant

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £27,000 – £28,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Stafflex are proudly working with a growing local business to find an experienced Purchasing Assistant. This role reports to the Operations Manager and is placed within a growing operation. The Purchasing Assistant will support day‑to‑day procurement activity, with a strong focus on accuracy, and effective use of an MRP system.

The position is ideal for someone who\’s confident working in a process‑driven environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and can communicate well with internal teams and external suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Raising, checking, and processing Purchase Orders (POs) accurately within the MRP systems, ensuring compliance with procedures.
• Acting as a point contact for suppliers, maintaining preferred supplier information and resolving order‑related queries.
• Internal coordination; liaising with production, finance and warehouse teams to ensure the timely delivery of goods and smooth flow of information.
• Monitoring stock levels, tracking open orders, and coordinating deliveries.
• Maintaining accurate purchase records, registers and documentation.
• Compiling purchasing and stock data to support operational decision‑making.
• Investigating discrepancies relating to orders, deliveries, or invoicing.
• Identifying opportunities to streamline purchasing processes over time.

Experience and Skills

• Experience with MRP Systems is essential
• Background in purchasing / stock management
• Strong technical proficiency, particularly Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail
• Organised, able to prioritise workload, and comfortable in a process‑driven environment
• Confident communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving mindset

If you\’re proactive and want to be part of a stable and supportive team, this could be a great step in your career. Please apply now!