Purchasing Assistant

Position

Purchasing Assistant – Bristol

Annual salary: £32,000 to £35,000. Permanent, full‑time (37.5 hours per week). 30 days holiday, pension, parking and more. Start: ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost‑optimisation and supply chain efficiency strategies.
• Identify, evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, reliability, cost‑effectiveness and ethical and sustainability standards.
• Negotiate terms to secure favourable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and align procurement activities with organisational goals.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance evaluation and ensuring on‑time deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels, analyse demand patterns and implement inventory management strategies to avoid shortages or excesses.
• Carry out regular stock counts and suppo...