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Your new company An established and highly successful manufacturing organisation is seeking a Junior Purchasing Assistant to join its busy procurement team. Operating within a fast-paced production environment, the business is committed to delivering operational excellence and maintaining strong supplier partnerships. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a long-term career within purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations. Your new role As a Junior Purchasing Assistant, you will provide administrative and operational support to the purchasing function, ensuring the smooth management of purchase orders, supplier communications, and material deliveries. You will work closely with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure continuity of supply and help maintain accurate procurement records and systems. Responsibilities will include: Managing purchase order confirmations and supplier acknowledgements. Updating and maintaining purchase order information within the ERP system. Reviewing open order books and monitoring outstanding orders. Tracking deliveries and shipment schedules to ensure timely receipt of materials. Following up with suppliers regarding order status and expediting requirements. Communicating supplier delays and delivery changes to internal stakeholders. Escalating supplier performance issues where commitments are not met. Managing consumable purchasing requirements and stock levels. Supporting procurement activities for site facilities. Assisting with supplier onboarding and vendor setup processes. Maintaining supplier information within the vendor management system. Carrying out data checks and due diligence activities to support the purchasing team. Maintaining accurate records, documentation, and filing systems. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you'll be an organised and proactive individual with strong administrative skills and excellent attention to detail.You'll ideally possess: Previous experience in an administrative, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain support role. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach and willingness to learn new processes and systems. Good problem-solving skills and the confidence to follow up with suppliers. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package. The opportunity to gain valuable experience within a professional procurement environment. Career progression and development opportunities within purchasing and supply chain. Ongoing training and support from an experienced team. Exposure to ERP systems and supplier management processes. A collaborative and supportive working environment. The chance to develop a long-term career within a growing and successful organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Proven experience in a purchasing or procurement support role, with confident supplier communication and strong Excel skills. A leading family-owned food manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Junior Buyer on a full-time, permanent basis in Swindon, Wiltshire. Role: Junior Buyer Type: Permanent Location: Swindon, Wiltshire (hybrid working pattern - 2/3 days onsite after successful probation) Salary: 28,000 Key responsibilities for the Junior Buyer will include and will not be limited to: Running MRP reports for raw materials and packaging Chasing purchase orders, expediting deliveries, and escalating supply issues where required Maintaining supplier relationships and obtaining updated pricing Monitoring and responding to the purchasing inbox and day-to-day supply queries Keeping purchasing spreadsheets, reports, and system data accurate and up to date Supporting tenders and other procurement-related processes as needed Key skills and experience required for Junior Buyer job applicant and will not be limited to: Procurement or purchasing experience, with a proactive and organised approach Strong supplier communication skills, including confidence making phone calls Solid Excel skills and experience maintaining spreadsheets and purchasing data Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal stock held Commercial awareness and a positive, solutions-focused attitude Food or FMCG manufacturing experience (nice to have) To apply for this Junior Buyer/Purchasing Assistant/Assistant Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

PERMANENT PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT/BUYER Junior Buyer / Procurement Assistant - North East Lincolnshire BRAND NEW PERMANENT ROLE! Experience Required: If you don't have any experience in this area - just bring your enthusiasm and a degree! If you have some senior administrative experience and have a genuine desire to work in procurement, then read on! We're on the lookout for a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Buyer / Procurement Assistant to join our growing team in North East Lincolnshire. What You'll Be Doing: Supporting the procurement team with sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management Assisting with purchase orders, supplier communications, and data entry Helping to monitor stock levels and ensure timely deliveries Learning the ropes of negotiation, cost analysis, and contract management It would be great if you had a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Strong communication and organisational skills A keen eye for detail and a willingness to learn Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) What We Offer: Full training and development opportunities A supportive team environment Career progression within a fast-paced industry Flexible working options and a great company culture Whether you're fresh out of university or looking to pivot into procurement, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career from the ground up. Apply now and take your first step into the world of buying and procurement What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please only apply if you are able to work on site, in Scunthorpe, 5 days a week. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #