Purchasing assistant

If you have experience as a Purchasing Assistant and worked within the window and door industry, we have a new challenge for you. We are working with a well-respected home improvement company who work across Shropshire, the West Midlands and surrounding areas. They offer and manage home improvement solutions supplying their customers with high quality windows, doors, conservatories and orangeries. This position will involve being in the procurement process by monitoring stock levels, researching vendors, tracking orders, and maintaining purchasing records. Your goal will be to make cost-effective purchases while ensuring the inventory remains well-stocked. If you have a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of procurement processes, we would like to hear from you. Responsibilities: * Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs * Research potential vendors * Track orders and ensure timely delivery * Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts) * Conduct market research to identify pricing trends * Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices * Prepare cost analyses * Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts * Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders Previous experience working within a home improvement glazing environment is highly desirable. This is a Monday-Friday position and comes with the opportunity to develop your career further as the business grows. For more information, please contact Mat Gibson quoting reference MM3749