Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant I am working with an automotive client on their search for a Purchasing Assistant to join their growing team in Basildon. The main responsibility of this role will be to help provide purchasing and raw materials planning support to the organisation. Duties: Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with recommendations from the planner workbench (MRP). Coordinate supply to meet production requirements. Receive goods and services of the right quality, at the right time and the right price. Manage inventory levels based on established supply strategy, goals, and related products. Take personal ownership of all purchase orders placed, ensuring best possible purchase practice (cradle to grave approach). Work closely with production planners and operations supervisors on situations which require follow up and also help facilitate alternative plans when necessary. Perform other duties within the scope of job assignment, as required. Work with necessary personnel and departments to maintain ISO certification. Ensure that all non-conformance issues are dealt with in a timely manner, and therefore not placing undue risk on further supply of parts for production. To ensure Health & Safety procedures and good housekeeping are adhered to at all times. Uphold all polices in relation to health, Safety and Welfare Benefits: On-site parking Experience: Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)