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My client is a global market leading organization operating within a highly engineered manufacturing environment. With over 1600 employees worldwide and operations across 40+ facilities, they support a portfolio of established, internationally recognized brands and ship hundreds of thousands of products every day. The business is known for its operational excellence, strong engineering capability and customer-centric approach. We are looking for a proactive individual to join our purchasing team. The candidate will be expected to support the purchasing process by completing administrative purchasing tasks, liaising with logistic partners on all varieties of freight and maintaining a good relationship with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. This is a full time role, based on site 5 days per week in West Bromwich. Key Responsibilities Management of suppliers & partners • Progress chasing suppliers to ensure promised dates are adhered to, • Liaising with road freight suppliers to obtain the best service and price for European shipments, • Tracking European road freight and sea freight from the Far East, keeping our MRP/ERP system (Syteline) up to date with Live ETA’s, • Assisting with customs clearance activities for imports, • Facilitating the ordering of packaging, stationery, and HSE equipment for the site, • Onsite Kanban Management, • Completing of associated purchasing documents, subcontract delivery notes, tooling delivery notes, etc, • Invoice Reconciliation Required Skills & Experience • Excellent organizational and time management skills., • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines., • Knowledge of purchasing processes and procedures., • Knowledge of a manufacturing production process, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, • Ideally you will have a full driving licence (but this is not essential)

This role would suit a Procurement Assistant, Purchasing Assistant, or Stock Controller looking for a stable, hands-on position within a supportive and well-established business. Procurement Assistant/Stock controller (Mechanical). Are you a Procurement Assistant or Stock Controller looking for a st

Purchasing Administrator Walsall Temp – Perm £27,500 The Purchasing Administrator is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods and services to support day-to-day operations. The role focuses on ensuring cost efficiency, timely delivery, and quality standards, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and supporting stock control activities. What’s on offer: Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm Friday: 8:00am – 3:00pm £27,500 per year Key Responsibilities: Operate and maintain the industrial vending machine, always ensuring availability of required items Manage stock control, including maintaining adequate inventory levels in both the vending machine and stockroom Monitor and replenish general office supplies as part of day-to-day operations Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability Raise and process purchase orders in line with company procedures Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to achieve cost savings Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal departments to forecast purchasing needs Track orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services Resolve supplier-related issues, including delivery delays, quality concerns, and pricing discrepancies Required Qualifications & Experience: Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role Strong administrative background with excellent organisational skills Effective negotiation and supplier management abilities Good analytical skills and attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or procurement systems is advantageous Strong communication and problem-solving skills Preferred Skills: Experience with contract management Knowledge of inventory control and logistics processes Experience in cost reduction and strategic sourcing initiatives