Behind every smooth running production team is someone making sure the right parts arrive at the right time and that’s where you come in. A growing international manufacturing business in Ely is looking for a Buying Assistant to support its supply chain operations.

You will collaborate with Buyers and Planning teams to keep deliveries on schedule, maintain accurate system data, and support efficient daily operations.

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Who are we?

We are Busy Bee Recruitment, an award-winning recruitment agency supplying both temporary and permanent staffing solutions throughout the UK to our client base spanning multiple sectors including Sales, Marketing, Industrial, Manufacturing, Engineering, IT, Accountancy, Administration & Executive Search.

Job Duties:

• Liaising with suppliers to confirm delivery dates and maintain accurate order information

• Running purchasing and stock reports to support planning and operations teams

• Monitoring stock levels and ensuring procurement activity is in place

• Supporting purchase order processing and ERP system updates

• Investigating and resolving supplier invoice queries

• Producing supplier performance reports and metrics

• Supporting planning teams with schedule adjustments where required

• Identifying opportunities to improve material flow and processes

• Attending supplier meetings alongside Buyers when required

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What we are looking for:

• Experience using ERP or MRP systems (Microsoft D365 desirable)

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

• Able to manage multiple priorities and work independently

• Previous experience within purchasing, planning, or supply chain support is advantageous

• Exposure to lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles would be beneficial

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Benefits:

• private healthcare
• company pension
• hybrid working
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• life assurance and income protection
• wellbeing support
• training and development opportunities
• employee rewards & recognition schemes.

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Ready for your next role in Supply Chain / Purchasing? Hit apply today!

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If you have not received a response within 3-5 working days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Busy Bee Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this Permanent vacancy.

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