Adecco
Procurement Assistant
Location: Gosfield
Salary: £30k – £40k (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am – 5pm
We are currently recruiting for a Procurement Assistant to join a busy and collaborative team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
This role will support a small procurement function, helping to maintain strong supplier relationships while driving cost-effective purchasing solutions. It will suit a highly motivated individual with strong communication skills and a background in engineering or manufacturing.
The Role
- Purchase consumables and tooling in line with business requirements
- Maintain accurate supplier data including pricing and lead times
- Expedite orders and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery
- Provide general departmental administrative support
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers, providing regular updates
- Investigate and help resolve non-conformances using engineering knowledge
- Collaborate with Design and QA teams to support value engineering initiatives
Candidate Profile
To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Strong negotiation skills with a confident telephone manner
- Excellent organisational and communication skills (written and verbal)
- A proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to think creatively
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Good numerical and literacy skills
- High attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving ability with initiative
Technical Requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
- Experience with supply chain systems (training can be provided)
- Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings (desirable)
- Background in engineering or manufacturing procurement
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team
- Exposure to a varied and dynamic procurement function
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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