Purchasing Assistant

The Tildenet Group Ltd is an ambitious and fast growing company based in Bristol with an expanding range of products across horticulture, sport and industry

As a result of continued growth, we are looking to strengthen our Operations / Purchasing team further by the appointment of an experienced Purchasing Assistant. We are looking for someone who is experienced in administration, preferably within purchasing / logistics / operations.

Responsibilities will include:

Stock:

• Providing administrative support to Operations Director, Stock/Purchasing Manager, Stock Controller and Merchandinging Manager
• Raising, monitoring and updating purchase orders as required and maintaining due dates
• Clearly stating packaging and labelling requirements for all products on purchase orders
• Dealing with internal and external stakeholders daily regarding requirements
• Maintenance of system data relative to role
• Regularly liaising with suppliers worldwide to resolve queries and chase orders
• Working with suppliers to resolve quality or invoicing issues as they arise

Logistics:

• Assisting in raising Letters of Credit and monitoring of export and import documentation
• Negotiating and booking transport for imports and exports
• Liaising with the warehouse regarding deliveries / collections

The Candidate:

Good level of understanding of Microsoft Excel including experience in using formulae is essential

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive / can-do attitude
• Conscientious, helpful and friendly disposition
• Proactive and assertive approach to handling tasks
• Team player
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Highly numerate
• Good understanding of supply chains would be an advantage
• Experience working in a purchasing / logistics role would be an advantage

The successful candidate will be an experienced administrator and must be highly numerate, with excellent IT skills, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to develop strong relationships with suppliers and customers alike.

The ideal candidate will have previously worked in a supply chain / administration type role within the FMCG sector but this may be an opportunity for an ambitious self starter to develop a career in this field.