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dnata Catering UK is the world’s largest inflight caterer. Now spanning more than 60 global locations, we continue to invest in growing our business through technology, new facilities and acquisitions. We’re growing where our customers want us to.We are currently seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team in our busy Manchester Catering unit. The purchasing clerk will be responsible for supporting the Operations by ordering, tracking, and maintaining records of materials, supplies, or products that we require run a successful operation. The primary role is to ensure that purchases are made efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company policies. They work closely with suppliers, manage purchase orders, and help maintain inventory levels to support smooth business operations.What you’ll be doing:Ensure activities are organised and carried out to meet scheduled targets and all costs are contained within agreed financial guidelinesPlacing daily product orders with nominated suppliers according to operational procedures, maintaining good working relationships with suppliers.Ensure all products are ordered in line with company and airline standards and specifications.Liaising with the Materials Controller and Team Managers regarding delivery failures, investigating these with suppliers and in line with the Materials Controller ensuring corrective actions are put in place as requiredComplete and maintain all orders in a timely and accurate manner.Liaising with all departments regarding requirements in relation to Production SchedulesVisit operational shop floor to check stock levels in freezers and fridges.Take on a hands on approach to stock management within the operationCommunicating issues and concerns to your manager on a Shift/Daily/Weekly basisSuggesting corrective actions to resolve problems in storage stock control/Purchasing and waste control in line with operational procedures.Assist in the process of wastage control as appropriate.Controlling substitution and equipment costs as required.Suggesting corrective action to eliminate “Out of Stocks”Ensure the team and its performance is the most effective it can be.Effectively communicating to the team on issues/news, specifically to the materials controller on supplier issues and stock shortages.Support all team members in achieving individual and team objectives.Take part in training activities as identified by your line manager.Ensure compliance to legislative, customer and company standards.Completing Due Diligence paperwork as defined by best practiceEnsuring security processes are maintained so that security of equipment, personnel and stock may be assured.Comply with all company and legislative standards as outlined in relevant company policies and within Compliance and induction training.Ensure you contribute positively to achieving an expected level of internal and external customer service.Maintaining regular contact with internal and external customers and suppliers informing the Materials Controller of issues identified so that they can be promptly rectified.Suggesting changes that may improve the service offered to internal and external Customers.Providing Expert Knowledge as required.Responding positively to purchasing/stock control implications of new customer specifications.Dealing effectively with customer enquiriesMaintaining internal production schedules through timely replenishment of all stock, in line with ordering procedures.This list is not exhaustive, accountabilities may vary dependant on locality or role complexity and may include any other duties considered reasonable by the line manager.What you’ll have:Ability to plan and organiseAttention to detail and accuracyComputer literate, able to manipulate dataCommunication Skills – must be able to communicate at all levelsMust be methodical, and logical in their approach to workWorking knowledge of SAP, MM and cBase an advantageExperience/ knowledge of Materials Control processesAble to work as a team member and stand aloneIf you believe your skills and experience align with what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply — we’d love to hear from you!