Job Title
Procurement Assistant

Salary
£28,000 + CIPS training

Location
Newton Street
35 hours per week (site-based)

About the Company
This is a financially stable, family-owned manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its market.

They've recently invested heavily in their offices and facilities, creating a modern, well-equipped working environment. The team is close-knit, supportive, and welcoming — people tend to stay because they enjoy working here.

Role and Responsibilities

* Monitor stock levels and work closely with stock control

* Identify slow and fast-moving stock and act on risks

* Raise and manage purchase orders

* Track orders and provide clear updates

* Handle supplier returns, credits, and warranty issues

* Support import and export activity, including customs paperwork

* Coordinate logistics and urgent deliveries

* Maintain accurate records for goods and stock

* Support the Procurement Manager and provide cover when needed

Key Requirements

* Strong organisation and attention to detail

* Clear communication skills

* Confident working with numbers and data

* Good Excel skills

* Able to manage workload and meet deadlines

* Team player with a proactive approach

* ERP system knowledge is helpful but not essential

Benefits and Perks

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 28 with service)

* Option to buy up to 10 extra days

* CIPS training and development

* Pension: 4% employer / 4% employee

* Salary sacrifice pension option

* Death in service (7x salary)

* Health cash plan

* Profit-related bonus (after 12 months)

* Birthday voucher

Why Apply
This is an ideal role for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment where you will be surrounded by experienced procurement and engineering professionals and given the opportunity to complete a supported CIPS qualification