Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for efficiency?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your contributions make a real impact?
Do you have experience in purchasing or procurement and a commitment to delivering value for money?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Purchasing Assistant!
Role: Purchasing assistant
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Pay rate: £13.50 ph
Location: WHH, Ashford
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Purchasing Assistant to support our Category Management Team in the procurement of goods and services. You will play a key role in ensuring best value for money, maintaining compliance, and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maximize Value: Source goods and services cost-effectively, adhering to procurement procedures and financial regulations, ensuring best value for the taxpayer.
- Streamline Processes: Support tender processes, obtain quotes, and manage routine operational and administrative tasks related to procurement.
- Collaborate Effectively: Work closely with colleagues, customers, and suppliers, facilitating communication, expediting requests, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Ensure Customer Satisfaction: Respond to inquiries, resolve complaints, and provide exceptional customer service.
- Champion Compliance: Adhere to EU procurement directives, national legislation, and internal policies.
- Support the Team: Contribute to the Category Management Team's work plan and assist other teams as needed.
What We're Looking For:
- Essential: Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent, OR relevant experience in a similar role. Demonstrable computer literacy skills. Confident communication skills (written and oral).
- Desirable: Working towards CIPS Level 3 or above. Knowledge of e-procurement systems (ideally in healthcare). Understanding of data confidentiality. Familiarity with NHS cultures. Experience working in a team, problem-solving, multitasking, and working in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Ready to join our dynamic procurement team?
Apply today by submitting your CV.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
