Procurement Assistant

• Lenham
• Office based
• £25,000 - £27,500pa DOE
• Excellent & Supportive working culture
• Company Events, Employee Assistance Programme, EV Car Scheme + more benefits

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are searching for an organised, diligent, collaborative, and positive candidate with a keen eye for detail to join our client’s procurement team! Working closely with the Procurement manager you will support on the entire procurement process by ensuring product & logistical information is recorded accurately and updated regularly, build strong relationships with vendors & suppliers, and provide continuous support to your internal colleagues on their procurement related queries!

ROLES & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Daily system updates & checks including: pricing & exchange rate updates, stock receipt, existing stock product lifecycle management, and part-code updates.
• Ensure all orders are placed accurately with the best possible cost-price.
• Monitor order status’ from confirmation of order placement, tracking, and receipt of order, ensuring all relevant stakeholders are updated throughout.
• Provide reports on stock levels, sales out, ETA’s, backorders, and special pricing where required/requested.
• Regular checks to ensure stock inventory is in line with the stock policy, adjusting where necessary, and updating / uploading stock into the internal systems accurately and promptly.
• Manage and co-ordinate the return of goods to suppliers.
• Escalate any issues, complaints, or decisions outside of your remit to the Procurement Manager for resolution.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• A role or position where attention to detail, accuracy and working to deadlines were key skills needed, used and measured (further education or life, or employment experience).
• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, logistics, or similar is preferred but not essential.
• Strong organisational & time management skills with excellent attention to detail is essential.
• A strong sense of initiative and a logical & systemic approach to managing and prioritising tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with internal colleagues and external suppliers.
• Team centric and positive attitude
• Full, clean, UK drivers licence and access to own transport.

OUR CLIENT:

Is an industry leader within the IT sector sharply focussed on delivering excellent customer service, world-class products, and timely delivery to their clients. They maintain an ingrained business ethos centred around employee satisfaction and a people strategy of becoming the ‘Employer of Choice,’ encouraging continuous professional & personal development to ensure a long-lasting career for their employees, and high retention of staff for the business.