Hours:
40 hours - with flexibility/reduced hours considered Mon to Thu 8.00am - 4.45pm, Fri 8.00am - 3.00pm
The Purchasing Assistant is a key role to support our Lockerbie & Warrington workshops in ensuring they have the goods and services delivered to facilitate efficient and effective working at both sites.
This role will also be responsible for the accurate and timely posting of costs onto projects as per the schedules and information provided in our operating system.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
The key duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Purchasing:
Action requisition requests for steel purchases, surface finishing, workshop stock
Confirm delivery of goods and services are in line with orders placed and updating systems in line with this; this will require liaising with suppliers and our own workshops.
Issue purchase order for fleet maintenance and vehicle parts.
Place orders for office supplies including cleaning materials & stationary
Provide purchasing support across the Robinsons Group of companies when required
Obtain, compare, and negotiate quotes from suppliers for ad-hoc purchases
Project Costings:
Allocation of yard & steel stock to projects as per schedules provided
Allocation of labour costs/time to projects as per timesheets
Allocation of mileage to projects as per delivery notifications
General:
Comply with the company’s policies & procedures and Health & Safety regulations
Undertake additional duties to support the team as and when required
Provide support to the finance team in covering key tasks whilst others are on leave
Adopt a continuous improvement mindset to ensure efficient ways of working are adopted
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel in particular
Familiar with updating information with ERP systems
Proven experience in managing supplier orders
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Desirable Criteria
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics/Business Central
Knowledge of the Manufacturing and/or Construction industry would be advantageous
Certification in procurement (CSCP, CIPS or similar) or interest in undertaking training
The Benefits
28 days holiday entitlement (inc. bank & public holidays) increasing with length of service
Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme
Workplace Pension & Death in Service
Annual Christmas Shutdown
Flexi-time Scheme
Free on-site parking
Early finish on a Friday
Training & development opportunities
How to apply
If you believe you have the right skills and personal qualities, please apply with a cover letter and CV to recruitment@robinsons-group.com.
