This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company in Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire. Househam Sprayers is the UK’s leading manufacturer of self-propelled crop sprayers, distributing to both the UK and Export markets.
Purchasing Assistant required for full time office-based role with an immediate start.
As a member of the Househam Purchasing team, your duties and responsibilities will include:
- Liaison with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of parts to cover immediate demands of business
- Expediting future orders to maintain productivity
- Ordering of items outside of MRP; including KANBAN. This will involve spending some time working within the warehouse department
- Managing return orders to suppliers
- Chasing of parts for aftersales
- Other general duties within the Purchasing/Supply Chain functions
The ideal candidate will have previous purchasing experience, with the aptitude to solve problems effectively and efficiently, with a ‘can do’ attitude. They will also:
- Be able to work well under pressure
- Have a good range of IT skills with knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook
- Be able to work as part of a team or under own initiative
- Have an organised approach to work and good time management skills, with high attention to detail
- Have good interpersonal skills and confidence speaking on the phone
Desirable Skills:
- Experience of Microsoft Navision software is advantageous, but not essential
- Experience of MRP is advantageous, but not essential
We offer:
- Attractive Salary dependant on experience with annual holiday entitlement
- Free on-site parking
Hours of Work:
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
If you are interested and would like to apply; please forward your CV with covering letter to: [email protected]