Purchasing Assistant (Part-Time) Hours: 10:00am - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday Location: Attleborough, Norfolk Pay: £25,500 per annum (pro rata) Contract: Permanent
Hales Group are delighted to be recruiting for an exciting opportunity to join a well-established engineering company based in Attleborough, Norfolk. Our client specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke products for a range of industries and is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation.
If you are organised, detail-oriented, and confident in your communication, we would love to hear from you. As a Purchasing Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting our purchasing and production operations.
Hours: 10:00am - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday (17.5 hours per week, ½ hour unpaid break). Please note that there is flexibility on start and finish times - please contact us to discuss in more detail.
Key Responsibilities:
Process and Manage Orders: Accurately process purchase orders from customers and efficiently place orders with suppliers, ensuring all requirements are met in a timely manner.
Build and Maintain Relationships: Foster strong, positive relationships with both suppliers and customers, acting as a key point of contact to support ongoing business needs.
Supplier Liaison & Issue Resolution: Proactively liaise with suppliers to resolve any quality issues or discrepancies, ensuring swift and effective solutions to maintain high standards.
Documentation & Compliance: Prepare and issue certificates of conformity and delivery notes, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and in line with company procedures.
Production Collaboration: Work closely with the production team to coordinate and manage delivery schedules, supporting smooth and efficient operations.
Record Keeping: Maintain up to date and accurate records of all purchasing activities, ensuring documentation is organised, accessible, and compliant with audit requirements.
Skills & Experience:
Previous purchasing experience required
GCSE Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Confident communicator, both verbally and in writing
Computer literate, with experience maintaining records and following procedures
Desirable:
Previous purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Proficient in Sage Accounts
Strong problem-solving skills
Full, clean UK driving licence
Benefits:
25 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus bank holidays
Training and development opportunities
Medical insurance
Pension scheme
Death in service benefit
Cash health plan
If you're looking for a varied role in a supportive team with great benefits and work life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Megan Reeve on or apply below.
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