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Job Title


Purchasing Assistant


Company : Pertemps Network Group


Location : birmingham, midlands


Created : 2025-08-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We are recruiting a Purchasing controller to support a manufacturing company based on the Pensnett Trading Estate in Kingswinford, Dudley West MidlandsKey Responsibilities:Purchasing parts in accordance with customers' orders using MRP (excel based) systemCreate purchase order and supplier delivery schedules.Book in goods received against purchase orders and supplier delivery schedules.Maintaining min/max electronic stock levelsSourcing parts in conjunction with the Management Team supportScheduling new customer ordersAttending weekly meetings including in house customer contract review and daily production meetingsEstablish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials in line with production requirements.To act as the point of contact for suppliers and to ensure that all products meet the requirements and deadlines of the company and the customer.To provide accurate and efficient administrative support for the office team.Process and track purchase orders to ensure timely supply of goods and servicesMaintain accurate supplier and pricing records for effective purchasing decisionsMonitor, progress chase and follow up on deliveries to ensure timely supply of goods.Communicate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs.Support supplier negotiations to secure best prices and terms.Skills & Experience Required:" Proficient in Microsoft Excel - advanced user level preferred" Strong communication, organisation, and multitasking skills" Commercially savvy with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency" Proven experience in a purchasing role" Delivery focused with a can do attitudeRenumeration:" Salary £29,000 per year" 8am - 5pm Monday - Thursday, 8am - 2pm Friday" Annual holiday 23 days per annum plus public holidays pro-rata.