Assistant Purchasing Officer

Ashton Recruitment require an Assistant Purchasing Officer for our client based in Larne.

Position: Assistant Purchasing Officer

Location: Larne

Duration: Temporary

Rate of Pay: £11.50 per hour

Hours of Work: 8.00-16:30 (Monday to Thursday) and 8.00-15:30 Friday

Duties include (but not limited to):

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs.
• Research potential vendors
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery.
• Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Conduct market research to identify pricing trends.
• Evaluate offers from vendors and negotiate better prices.
• Prepare cost analyses.
• Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts.
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders.
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience in Nav-vison
• General Administration experience

Desirable Criteria

• Purchasing experience

Ashton Recruitment is acting as a Recruitment Business