Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant / Sittingbourne / Hybrid

Our client are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to join their team and work closely with the Purchasing Manager and liaise with suppliers.

The purpose of the role is to  support the Manager in supplier management, and ensure the supply chain is fully developed to meet the business requirements. This is done by auditing suppliers, data analysis and following processes.

Role & Responsibilities

• Auditing the supply chain to ensure competitive market rates and the best quality across all commodities
• Maintaining supplier records and ensuring the system is updated
• Ensuring suppliers agreements are in correct order and uploaded to the system
• Reporting on suppliers progress
• Updating supplier register
• Work with internal teams to deliver robust supply plans for projects
• Working in both European and Asian markets
• Sourcing of components

• Experience in the supply chain industry
• Good negotiation skills
• Supplier auditing experience
• Personable with the ability to communicate at all levels both verbally and in writing
• Educated to a relevant degree such as business or procurement

• Hybrid working
• Travel insurance
• Private medical
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• On site gym
• Flexible working scheme