Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant required for a well-established manufacturer of specialist equipment for the food and pharmaceutical industries, who are based in the Godalming, Surrey area.Due to ongoing success, they are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Purchasing Assistant to join the team at their office in Godalming.Purchasing Assistant Job OverviewRaise and process purchase orders in line with company requirementsMonitor stock levels and place orders to maintain adequate inventoryLiaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and delivery timesTrack orders and follow up on delays or discrepanciesMaintain accurate records of orders, supplier information, and pricingSupport the Purchasing Manager with sourcing alternative components when neededWork closely with technical and production teams to understand material requirementsAssist with general administration duties within the purchasing departmentPurchasing Assistant Job RequirementsPrevious experience in a purchasing or procurement roleFamiliarity with mechanical and/or electronic parts and componentsGood negotiation and communication skillsStrong attention to detail and accuracyCompetent with Microsoft Office and SAGE purchasing/order systemsAbility to work both independently and as part of a small teamPurchasing Assistant Salary & BenefitsSalary £28,000 - £30,00025 days holiday, plus bank holidaysCompany BonusMonday to Friday, full-time, permanent position.Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.TPBN1_UKTJ