We are seeking an experienced and skilled professional to fill the role of Assistant Purchasing Manager. This position will be responsible for supporting the Purchasing Manager in managing day-to-day operations of the purchasing and customer service teams.
The successful candidate will have a strong working knowledge of RIS systems, Microsoft Word and Excel. They will also possess excellent analytical skills, with the ability to work with detailed and structured information. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as this role involves regular interaction with team members, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include providing support to team members across purchasing and customer service functions, coordinating team activities during periods of staff absence, and reviewing and ensuring accuracy of the Stock Performance Report (SPR). The Assistant Purchasing Manager will also be responsible for liaising with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers to ensure smooth operations, assisting in developing and refining purchasing strategies, and analyzing purchasing and inventory reports and statistics to support decision-making.
In addition to these key responsibilities, the successful candidate will be required to release and manage purchase orders, sign off on item status updates, maintain and manage tender documentation and files, organize and lead weekly virtual meetings between purchasing teams and internal stakeholders, attend internal meetings with management and sales/account managers, support the training, supervision, and motivation of team members to meet productivity goals, and work with warehouse teams to ensure timely execution of tasks and processes.