W Talent are delighted to be supporting a leading FMCG manufacturer in West Leeds in their search for a part-time Purchasing Assistant. This opportunity allows you to work closely with an experienced team, supporting operational buying and administrative tasks for high-volume products and substances.
Our client prides itself on being innovative and forward-thinking, with a modern and dynamic culture. This role is crucial to the success of their new and existing supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely deliveries
- Manage and update purchasing records, data, and pricing
- Source and assess potential new suppliers
- Report and escalate supplier quality issues
- Provide pricing for new requirements to sales
- Resolve supplier inquiries, discrepancies, and account issues
- Liaise with internal teams to overcome supply chain challenges
- Ensure compliance with relevant manufacturing regulations
- Prepare management reports as required
The Ideal Candidate:
- Prior experience in purchasing is highly desirable, whether in a purchasing administrator or buyer role
- Experience managing supplier performance and ensuring the best price, service, and quality is a plus
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing is beneficial, but not essential
- Comfortable with MRP systems and data analysis
This part-time role offers around 25 hours per week and is based on-site. This makes it ideal for someone in the local area who is looking for a later start and early finish while working for a fantastic business in which they can continue to progress their purchasing career.
Salary: To be discussed in person.
If you have prior purchasing experience and can commute to West Leeds (near Morley) Monday to Friday, we would love to hear from you!
NB: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.