Recruit Assist are in a recruitment partnership with a North London metal company, we are hiring a Purchasing Assistant for maternity cover, this will be a FTC contract starting from November 2026.
JOB TITLE: PURCHASING ASSISTANT (part time)
PART TIME SALARY: £18,7000 ( £18.00 PER HOUR)
PART TIME HOURS: 20 HOURS P.W
SHIFT PATTERN: MONDAY TO FRIDAY
PURCHASING ASSISTANT TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Check product codes, quantities, prices and delivery addresses.
* Track purchase orders from placement through to delivery.
* Update order records when suppliers provide revised information.
* Ensure purchase orders are correctly authorised.
* Match supplier order confirmations to purchase orders
* Raise and process purchase orders in line with company requirements.
* Obtain quotations from approved suppliers.
* Compare supplier prices, availability and lead times.
* Monitor outstanding purchase orders.
* Ensure orders are placed within required timescales.
* Check supplier confirmations against purchase orders.
* Maintain accurate purchasing records.
* Communicate with suppliers by telephone and email.
* Request pricing, availability and delivery information.
* Build and maintain positive supplier relationships.
* Follow up delayed or outstanding orders.
* Resolve purchasing and delivery queries.
* Escalate supplier issues where necessary.
* Maintain accurate supplier contact information.
* Assist with reviewing supplier performance.
* Monitor stock levels and identify replenishment requirements.
* Review stock reports and purchasing requirements.
* Liaise with warehouse teams regarding stock availability.
* Identify potential stock shortages.Assist with maintaining stock levels
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:
2 Years Purchasing and Procurement experience
Confident with maths and excel
immediately available for interview
Excel - VLook UP, formulas, Pivot Tables, charts
Interested in joining our client as a Purchasing Assistant?
To be considered for this warehouse opportunity, all candidates must apply for this position and then we will review your application and contact you by phone and email
