Purchasing Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is a great opportunity for a candidate to progress their Purchasing career in a varied and dynamic role. The main duty for this role is to place orders for resale goods to ensure that stock is kept at the Sudbury, Honiton and Castleford sites at an appropriate level in order for the company to supply its customers. The role also involves dealing with goods discrepancy duties, and the ordering of not for resale goods (such as uniform and stationery).
Previous experience of working in a Purchasing role would be desirable.
- Knowledge of SAP Business One would be an advantage.
- Understanding of Microsoft Office.
- Flexible approach to work to manage, prioritise and work to deadlines.
- Ability to problem solve.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Team player with good interpersonal skills.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £24,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sudbury, CO10 2XW: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 12/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Purchasing Assistant roles across Specflue Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £24,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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