Junior Purchasing Assistant

Role Overview & Responsibilities

Why HORIBA UK?

Competitive basic and benefits package – including pension, life insurance, private medical, cash plan, occupational health, employee benefits platform, excellent work life balance and so much more!

Are you organised, methodical and able to work on your own initiative?

If yes, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for someone to support the activities of the Purchasing Department to ensure that the department provides the highest levels of service to internal and external stakeholders.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To provide support to the Purchasing team including Import/Export activities
• To input and administer purchase orders on to SAP system accurately and efficiently to ensure orders with suppliers are placed to facilitate the smooth running of the business and its’ operations.
• To actively progress order queries such as delivery dates, availability, shortages, damages etc. and to deal effectively with any account queries through to resolution.
• Co-ordinate, progress and chase orders and advise internal customers of status.
• Support the gathering of compliance information for products & materials and update SAP accordingly.
• Maintain certifications for Approved Vendors

HORIBA UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from people of all ages, gender, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, religions, skin colour and sexual orientations. Your application will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £24,990.00-£29,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (required)
• Data entry: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northampton